Hardee's Biscuits

Recreate the magic of a beloved fast-food classic with these buttery, flaky Hardee's Biscuits made right in your own kitchen! This easy-to-follow recipe combines simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and chilled buttermilk to create irresistibly tender biscuits with a golden, melt-in-your-mouth finish. Using cold shortening ensures a perfectly flaky texture, while brushing the tops with melted butter adds a rich, indulgent flavor. Whether served warm with gravy, jam, or a pat of butter, these homemade biscuits are a comforting breakfast staple or the perfect side for any meal. Ready in just 27 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy mornings or weekend brunches when you crave the taste of nostalgia.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Baking powder
• 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Shortening (cold)
• 1.75 cups Buttermilk (chilled)
• 2 tablespoons Butter (melted, for brushing)

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 until well combined.

Step 3

Add the cold shortening to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or two knives, cut the shortening into the flour mixture until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Create a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the chilled buttermilk. Stir gently with a fork until the dough starts to come together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently 3–4 times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a rectangle about 3/4-inch thick.

Step 6

Using a round biscuit cutter (about 2.5 inches in diameter), cut out biscuits. Press straight down without twisting to ensure proper rising. Re-roll the scraps as needed to cut out more biscuits.

Step 7

Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are touching slightly for soft sides or spaced out for crispier edges.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove the biscuits from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter for added flavor and shine.

Step 10

Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as butter, jam, or gravy. Enjoy your homemade Hardee's-inspired biscuits!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1222.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4306.8

Total Fat 271.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 80.4mg	0%
Sodium 6693.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 408.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 30.4g
Protein 63.8g	0%

Vitamin D 240.5IU	0%
Calcium 568.4mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 1168.1mg	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: 56.4%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 37.7%