Lex's Southern Raised Biscuits

Get ready to experience the comfort and charm of Southern baking with Lex's Southern Raised Biscuits, the perfect addition to any table. These tender, flaky biscuits are made from scratch with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, chilled butter, and whole milk, ensuring a delightful homemade taste in every bite. What sets these biscuits apart is their melt-in-your-mouth texture, achieved by cutting butter into the flour for a rich, crumbly base, then gently folding the dough to retain maximum fluffiness. Brushed with melted butter and baked to golden perfection, these biscuits are ready in just 30 minutes—including prep time! Whether served warm with a drizzle of honey, a dollop of jam, or paired alongside savory gravy, these Southern staples are sure to impress for breakfasts, brunches, or cozy dinners. Perfect your biscuit game with this easy-to-follow recipe, crafted for beginners and seasoned bakers alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 1 cup Whole milk, chilled
• 2 tablespoons Melted butter (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Add the chilled, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the chilled milk. Gently mix with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough just comes together—do not overmix.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat or roll the dough into a rectangle approximately 1-inch thick.

Step 6

Using a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass dipped in flour, cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Re-roll the scraps as needed to make additional biscuits, taking care not to overwork the dough.

Step 7

Brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter for a golden, flaky finish.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with butter, honey, or jam for the ultimate Southern experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(720.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2359.3

Total Fat 130.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 345.2mg	0%
Sodium 2648.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 259.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 25.3g
Protein 40.2g	0%

Vitamin D 138.2IU	0%
Calcium 347.9mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 674.7mg	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: 49.4%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 43.8%