Carol's Best Biscuits

Flaky, buttery, and irresistibly soft, Carol's Best Biscuits are the ultimate comfort food you’ve been craving. Perfected with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and baking powder, this foolproof recipe uses cold, cubed butter for that signature layered texture and a hint of granulated sugar for subtle sweetness. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create golden biscuits that rise beautifully and melt in your mouth. Whether slathered with butter, drizzled with honey, or paired with hearty gravy, these homemade biscuits are a versatile addition to any meal. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, they’re your new go-to for flaky biscuit perfection.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.75 cup Whole milk (cold)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Work quickly to prevent warming the butter.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the cold milk. Use a rubber spatula or wooden spoon to gently mix the ingredients together until just combined. Avoid overmixing—the dough should be slightly sticky.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it 4-5 times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a 1-inch-thick rectangle.

Step 6

Using a round biscuit cutter or a drinking glass, cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Press straight down without twisting the cutter to ensure even rising. Gather scraps, re-pat, and cut until all the dough is used.

Step 7

Optional: For extra golden and flavorful tops, brush the biscuits lightly with melted butter or milk before baking.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before serving. Enjoy them warm with butter, jam, or any topping of your choice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(570.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1896.8

Total Fat 104.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 276.3mg	0%
Sodium 2620.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.1g
Protein 31.8g	0%

Vitamin D 93.0IU	0%
Calcium 264.6mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 523.8mg	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: 49.1%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 44.2%