Basic Biscuits
This straightforward biscuit recipe combines simple pantry staples and baking powder to create light, golden-brown biscuits with a soft, tender center. Perfect for any occasion, they come together quickly and easily, offering a delightful balance of flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cold milk
- ½ cup shortening
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all the necessary ingredients and preheating your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together. Use a fork or pastry blender to cut the shortening into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually pour the cold milk into the flour mixture, stirring with a fork until the dough becomes soft, moist, and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently 5 to 7 times to bring the dough together.
- Roll the dough to a ½ inch thickness and cut out the biscuits using a floured cookie cutter. Recombine the unused dough, roll it out again, and continue cutting biscuits.
- Place the biscuits onto ungreased baking sheets and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes, or until they turn a golden brown.