Bill Knapp's Biscuits

Fluffy, buttery, and packed with nostalgic charm, Bill Knapp's Biscuits deliver the ultimate comfort-food experience in just 15 minutes of prep time. This easy-to-follow recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and sugar with indulgent cold butter and your choice of milk or tangy buttermilk for a rich, tender texture that melts in your mouth. The unique folding technique ensures irresistibly flaky layers, while the option to brush the biscuits with melted butter adds a luxurious finishing touch. Perfect for breakfast, dinner, or as a snack, these golden-brown biscuits pair beautifully with jams, gravies, or honey. Whether served fresh out of the oven or reheated, they're guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser at any table.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, cold
• 0.75 cup Whole milk or buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons Melted butter (optional, for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until well combined.

Step 3

Cut the cold butter into small cubes. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Small pea-sized pieces of butter should remain.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk or buttermilk. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the biscuits tough.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat the dough into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Avoid using a rolling pin to keep the dough light and fluffy.

Step 6

Fold the dough in half, turn it 90 degrees, and gently pat it down again. Repeat this process 2-3 times. This helps create flaky layers in the biscuits.

Step 7

Using a round biscuit cutter (about 2.5 inches in diameter), cut out biscuits. Press straight down without twisting to ensure a clean cut and good rise. Gather the scraps and gently press them together to cut out additional biscuits.

Step 8

Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart for crisp edges or closer together for softer sides.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

Step 10

If desired, brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter while they are still warm. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(599.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2103.7

Total Fat 127.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 339.2mg	0%
Sodium 2622.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.1g
Protein 32.0g	0%

Vitamin D 111.3IU	0%
Calcium 270.7mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 529.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.2%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 39.8%