Betty Crocker's Baking Powder Biscuits Light Flaky and Tender
Flaky, golden, and melt-in-your-mouth tender, Betty Crocker’s Baking Powder Biscuits are the perfect addition to any breakfast or dinner table. Made with just a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cold, unsalted butter, these biscuits boast an irresistible balance of lightness and buttery richness. The secret to their signature flakiness lies in the gentle mixing and careful handling of the dough, which ensures perfectly layered, tender bites every time. Whether served with a dollop of butter, a spread of jam, or as a base for savory dishes like biscuits and gravy, these classic biscuits bake up in less than 30 minutes, making them ideal for any occasion. Warm and fresh from the oven, they’re pure perfection for biscuit lovers everywhere!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.33 cups unsalted butter (cold)
- 0.75 cups milk
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together to evenly distribute the ingredients and aerate the mixture.
Step 3
Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes. Add the butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or two knives to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Some pea-sized pieces of butter are fine, as they help create flakiness in the biscuits.
Step 4
Make a well in the center of the dry mixture and pour in the milk. Stir gently with a fork until the dough begins to come together. Be careful not to overwork the dough, as this can make the biscuits tough.
Step 5
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead gently 8-10 times, just until the dough is smooth. Pat the dough out into a 1/2-inch thickness.
Step 6
Use a round 2 to 2.5-inch biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits, pressing straight down without twisting to maintain the layers. Gather any scraps, gently re-roll the dough, and cut out additional biscuits.
Step 7
Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart for crispier edges or close together for softer sides.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let the biscuits cool for a few minutes on a wire rack. Serve warm with butter, jam, or as desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (332.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1446.1 |
| Total Fat 65.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.5g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 170.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2317.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 188.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.6g | |
| Protein 25.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 38.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 49.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 273.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories