Drop Biscuits
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Are you ready to dive into the wonderfully easy world of drop biscuits? That’s right, no rolling pins, no biscuit cutters, just your two hands and a craving for something buttery and delightful. These heavenly, fluffy gems are the perfect sidekick to any meal, be it a hearty stew or a simple cup of tea.
Try serving these a side to your Sunday dinner or spread with some homemade jellies! Try my pomegranate jelly, apple cinnamon jelly, or strawberry rhubarb jelly!
Why You’ll Love These Homemade Biscuits
- Super Easy: One of the biggest draws is how incredibly easy they are to make. No rolling or cutting required – just mix, drop, and bake! They rival traditional biscuits!
- Quick to Prepare: They come together in a flash. You can have fresh, warm biscuits ready in no time, perfect for when you need a quick side dish or a last-minute addition to a meal.
- Minimal Ingredients: Drop biscuits typically require just a few basic ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. Simple and straightforward!
Drop biscuits are like golden brown bites of heaven for those who love a good, homemade bread treat. They’re buttery and slightly crumbly, with a delightful outer crispness that gives way to a soft, fluffy interior. Imagine the comforting aroma of freshly baked bread combined with a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Since they’re less fussy than traditional rolled biscuits, drop biscuits often have a more rustic, homemade charm. They’re not overly sweet, making them the perfect canvas for a variety of flavors – from savory additions like cheese and herbs to a simple slathering of jam or honey. In short, they’re like cozy, edible hugs for your taste buds – perfect for any meal, or just because you deserve a biscuit!
Drop Biscuit Ingredients
These easy biscuits are the perfect companion to homemade sausage gravy, a slather of butter and jam, or the perfect side to a Sunday pot roast. Here’s what you need to make this easy drop biscuit recipe!
- Flour: I used all-purpose flour. It gives the biscuits their structure without making them too heavy. It’s the key to the dry ingredients and helps create that perfect, flaky texture everyone loves in a biscuit.
- Baking Powder: When you add baking powder to your mix, it reacts and releases carbon dioxide gas, puffing up the dough. It’s like the biscuits are taking a deep breath and getting all fluffy.
- Salt: It’s not just about adding flavor, although it’s great at preventing your biscuits from tasting like bland, floury discs. Salt also strengthens the gluten in the flour, giving your biscuits a bit more structure and chewiness.
- Sugar: This helps in browning and crisping the edges. Imagine sugar as the biscuit’s personal stylist, giving it a little sparkle and crunch on the outside while keeping it tender on the inside.
- Butter: When you cut cold butter into your flour, it creates little pockets. As the biscuits bake, the butter melts, leaving behind layers that puff up and become oh-so-flaky.
- Milk: Whole milk hydrates the dry ingredients, helping to form the biscuit dough and develop gluten just enough for a tender crumb. Milk also adds a bit of fat for richness and contributes to that nice, golden-brown color when baked.
Easy Drop Biscuits
Get ready to fall head over heels in love with these homemade drop biscuits. They melt in your mouth and are incredibly simple to make! You could even jazz them up with a little garlic powder for a savory experience or top them off with honey butter for a sweet finish!
- PREP: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking tray with parchment paper, or a silicone baking mat, and set aside for later.
- DRY INGREDIENTS: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar together until combined. Cut or blend in the cold butter, using a pastry blender, into the flour mixture- until the mix looks like flour with small pea sized butter pieces.
- PRO TIP: My favorite way is to freeze the butter for 10 minutes then shred with a cheese grater over the flour! OR you can use a food processor to pulse.
- MILK: Slowly stir in the milk, using a wooden spoon, until the biscuit dough begins to form.
- SCOOP: Use a spoon to scoop out about 1/3 cup of dough and place directly on top of the prepared baking sheet.
- BAKE: Bake for 20 minutes, or until the biscuits are a golden brown.
Helpful Tools
- Large Bowl: (affiliate) Essential for combining your biscuit ingredients.
- Measuring Cups and Spoons: (affiliate) Accuracy is key in baking, so these will help you measure your ingredients precisely.
- Wooden Spoon or Rubber Spatula: (affiliate) For mixing the dough without overworking it.
- Baking Sheet: (affiliate) To bake those biscuits to golden perfection.
- Parchment Paper or Silicone Baking Mat: (affiliate) These prevent sticking and make clean-up a breeze
Recipe Notes:
Drop biscuits are quicker and easier! They have a more rustic look because you just “drop” the dough onto the baking sheet, no rolling or cutting needed. Rolled biscuits are more uniform and require a bit more work.
Secret’s in the mixing – don’t overdo it! Just mix until the ingredients are combined. Also, make sure your baking powder is fresh for that perfect rise.
Yes, and you should! Cheese, herbs, garlic, or even a bit of spice can elevate your biscuits to a whole new level. Experiment and find your favorite combo.
This can happen if the dough is overworked or if they’re baked too long. Remember, gentle mixing and keeping an eye on the oven are key.
They’re best eaten fresh, but you can store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for that just-baked taste.
Definitely. Drop the dough on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
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Easy Drop Biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 8 tablespoons cold butter
- 3/4 cup cold milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking tray with parchment paper, or a silicone baking mat, and set aside for later.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar together until combined.
- Cut or blend in the cold butter, using a pastry blender, into the flour mixture- until the mix looks like flour with small pea sized butter pieces.
- Slowly stir in the milk, using a wooden spoon, until the biscuit dough begins to form.
- Use a spoon to scoop out about 1/3 cup of dough and place directly on top of the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the biscuits are a golden brown.
Notes
Nutrition
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.
