Julia Child's Herb Biscuits

Buttery, flaky, and infused with the fresh flavors of garden herbs, Julia Child's Herb Biscuits are a gourmet twist on a classic comfort food. These golden-brown delights combine the richness of cold, cubed butter with the vibrant aroma of fresh parsley, chives, and thyme, creating a savory treat that’s perfect for any time of day. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these herbaceous biscuits come together quickly, making them an ideal addition to breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Whether served warm with a pat of butter or alongside soups and stews, their tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture and burst of flavor will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for home bakers, this approachable recipe guarantees bakery-quality results that elevate your bread basket game.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh chives (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.75 cups Whole milk (cold)
• 1 large Egg (lightly beaten, for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter remaining.

Step 4

Gently fold in the chopped parsley, chives, and thyme until evenly distributed.

Step 5

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the cold milk. Stir gently with a fork until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it gently 3-4 times to bring it together, then pat it into a 1-inch-thick rectangle.

Step 7

Using a 2.5-inch biscuit cutter, cut out rounds of dough. Re-roll any scraps to cut additional biscuits.

Step 8

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

Step 9

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create the egg wash. Brush the tops of the biscuits lightly with the egg wash for a shiny, golden finish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are puffed and golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and transfer the biscuits to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(634.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1923.4

Total Fat 109.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 461.3mg	0%
Sodium 2695.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 10.2g
Protein 38.1g	0%

Vitamin D 133.0IU	0%
Calcium 312.3mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 663.8mg	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: 50.9%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 41.3%