Are you craving warm, fluffy biscuits that melt in your mouth? Look no further! This recipe for sour cream biscuits delivers on all fronts – tender crumb, delightful tang, and a buttery aroma that will fill your kitchen with irresistible comfort. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a simple yet satisfying dinner side, these biscuits are surprisingly easy to make, even for beginner bakers. Get ready to elevate your homemade cooking game with this simple yet delicious recipe.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1 cup sour cream (full-fat recommended for best results)
- 1/2 cup milk (whole milk is best but you can substitute with others)
Instructions:
Get Started:
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
Making the Dough:
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution of leavening agents for perfectly light biscuits.
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Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers. Work quickly to keep the butter cold, which creates those beautiful flaky layers. You want the mixture to resemble coarse crumbs.
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In a separate bowl, gently combine the sour cream and milk. Avoid overmixing.
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Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently just until the dough comes together. Don't overmix; a few lumps are okay. Overmixing develops the gluten and leads to tough biscuits.
Shaping and Baking:
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Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat or roll the dough to about 1-inch thickness. Avoid over-handling.
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Use a 2-inch biscuit cutter (or a knife) to cut out biscuits. Reroll scraps to make more.
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Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve warm with butter, jam, honey, or your favorite savory accompaniments.
Tips for the Perfect Biscuits:
- Cold Ingredients are Key: Use cold butter and cold dairy for the flakiest biscuits.
- Don't Overmix: Overmixing develops the gluten, resulting in tough biscuits. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Gentle Handling: Handle the dough as little as possible to prevent tough biscuits.
- Baking Time: Ovens vary, so keep an eye on your biscuits and adjust baking time as needed.
Variations:
- Cheese Biscuits: Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the dough.
- Herb Biscuits: Add 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, or chives) to the dough.
- Sweet Biscuits: Add 1/4 cup of sugar to the dough and serve with a glaze.
Nutritional Information (per biscuit, approximate):
- Calories: Approximately 150
- Fat: Approximately 8g
- Protein: Approximately 3g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 20g
This easy biscuit recipe is a fantastic addition to your repertoire of quick dinner ideas and healthy meals. It’s a great example of delicious dishes you can create with simple, homemade cooking. Enjoy these fantastic biscuits, and let me know how you like them in the comments below!