Simple Golden Drop Biscuits

Golden, fluffy, and irresistibly buttery, these Simple Golden Drop Biscuits are the epitome of comfort baked from scratch. With just six pantry staples—like all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and whole milk—this quick and easy recipe comes together in under 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy mornings or last-minute sides. The secret to their tender crumb lies in keeping the butter cold and mixing the dough just enough for a slightly sticky texture, ensuring the biscuits bake up light and airy every time. No rolling or cutting required—simply drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet, and watch them puff up into golden-brown perfection. Serve these versatile biscuits warm with a smear of butter, drizzle of honey, or your favorite jam, and elevate any breakfast, brunch, or dinner spread with their homemade charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

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 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter (cold)
• 0.75 cups Whole milk

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Whisk together to ensure even distribution of the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes. Using a pastry cutter, two forks, or your fingertips, cut the butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Gradually pour in the milk, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.

Step 5

Using a large spoon or an ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Space them about 2 inches apart.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with butter, honey, or jam!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(537.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1658.6

Total Fat 77.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 208.0mg	0%
Sodium 2612.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 21.9g
Protein 31.5g	0%

Vitamin D 122.5IU	0%
Calcium 275.7mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 549.8mg	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: 41.8%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 50.6%