James Beard's Cream Biscuits

Soft, fluffy, and irresistibly tender, James Beard’s Cream Biscuits are the epitome of buttery perfection with minimal effort. Made with just five simple ingredients—flour, baking powder, salt, heavy cream, and optional melted butter—this classic biscuit recipe comes together in no time, requiring only 10 minutes of prep. The magic lies in the heavy cream, which eliminates the need for cutting in butter, resulting in a rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture. With no yeast or advanced techniques required, these biscuits are perfect for novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike. Serve them warm straight from the oven, brushed with butter for an extra-silky finish, alongside breakfast spreads, hearty stews, or as a base for indulgent biscuit sandwiches. Whether topped with jam or smothered in gravy, these quick and easy cream biscuits are destined to become your new go-to recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1.25 cups heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional, 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, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring with a wooden spoon. Mix until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently fold the dough over itself a few times to bring it together into a cohesive mass.

Step 5

Pat the dough out to about 3/4-inch thickness. Use a 2-inch biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out biscuits. Gather the scraps, gently re-pat, and cut more biscuits until you've used all the dough.

Step 6

Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 7

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

Step 8

If desired, brush the tops of the warm biscuits with melted butter before serving.

Step 9

Serve the biscuits warm as a side dish or with your favorite jam, honey, or gravy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(588.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2094.3

Total Fat 125.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 362.9mg	0%
Sodium 3811.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 0.5g
Protein 25.0g	0%

Vitamin D 18.3IU	0%
Calcium 38.7mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 263.4mg	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: 56.9%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 38.1%