Biscuit Breakfast Ideas
This biscuit breakfast recipe is quick, easy, and versatile, offering flaky, buttery biscuits perfect for savory or sweet toppings. Ideal for any morning meal!
Ingredients
Basic Ingredients
- Flour: All-purpose flour is ideal for achieving the right texture. A combination of soft and hard wheat flour creates the perfect balance of tenderness and structure.
- Cold Butter: The secret to flaky layers is using very cold butter. When the butter melts during baking it creates pockets of steam that result in flakiness.
- Buttermilk: Adds tanginess and moisture while reacting with the baking powder to provide a light texture.
- Baking Powder and Baking Soda: Ensure the biscuits rise properly and have a soft crumb.
- Salt: Enhances flavor.
Optional Add-ins
- Cheese: Cheddar or Parmesan can add a savory twist.
- Herbs: Fresh chives thyme, or parsley can elevate the flavor.
- Sweeteners: A touch of sugar or honey works well for sweeter variations.
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cut in the Butter: Add cold butter cubes to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Remember, small chunks of butter are essential for flakiness.
- Add the Buttermilk: Gradually pour in buttermilk while gently stirring the mixture. Stop as soon as the dough comes together; overmixing can make the biscuits tough.
- Roll and Fold: Transfer the dough to a floured surface. Gently roll it out, fold it over itself, and repeat 2–3 times to create layers.
- Cut Biscuits: Use a round cutter or a sharp knife to cut out biscuits. Avoid twisting the cutter, as this can seal the edges and prevent proper rising.
- Bake: Arrange the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve Warm: Enjoy your biscuits straight out of the oven with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbs: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g