Flaky Biscuits

(2 customer reviews)

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Description

Embark on a culinary journey that transcends simplicity and indulges in the art of biscuit perfection with our Flaky Biscuits recipe – a symphony of buttery layers and golden perfection that promises to elevate your baking prowess. These biscuits are not merely a side dish; they are a testament to the transformative magic that unfolds in the oven, resulting in flaky, tender bites that beckon you to savor the warmth of homemade goodness.

The foundation of these Flaky Biscuits lies in the simplicity of the ingredients. Flour, baking powder, salt, and a touch of sugar create the canvas upon which the biscuit masterpiece will be crafted. However, it is the addition of cold, unsalted butter that imparts the key to their flaky, layered texture. The butter is meticulously cut into the dry ingredients, creating a coarse, crumbly mixture that holds the secret to the biscuit’s signature lightness.

To achieve the ultimate flakiness, a crucial step follows – the incorporation of cold buttermilk. As it meets the buttery flour mixture, a magical alchemy occurs, resulting in a dough that is tender, moist, and just cohesive enough to be gently folded and rolled. This process is the very essence of biscuit perfection, ensuring that each layer is a delicate, buttery wonder waiting to be revealed.

Roll out the dough with care, creating a sheet that is the canvas for countless flaky layers. The folding technique, reminiscent of creating puff pastry, is what sets these biscuits apart. A series of gentle folds introduces layer upon layer of butter, guaranteeing that each bite will be a flaky revelation.

As the biscuits rise in the oven, the kitchen is filled with an irresistible aroma that hints at the golden-brown perfection awaiting. The anticipation builds as the biscuits emerge, their exterior boasting a delightful crunch, giving way to an interior that is pillowy and flaky – the result of a baking masterpiece that balances texture and taste flawlessly.

Serve these Flaky Biscuits warm, with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey, and witness the joy they bring to your table. Whether enjoyed for breakfast, as an accompaniment to savory dishes, or as a comforting indulgence on its own, these biscuits embody the essence of homemade warmth and the simple, yet profound, pleasure of a perfectly baked flaky delight. Prepare to be transported to a realm of biscuit bliss with every buttery, flaky bite.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour, plus more for work surface
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh chives
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper, plus more for topping
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1 stick unsalted butter (1/2 cup), cut into 1/2-inch pieces and chilled
  • cup chilled whole buttermilk, plus more for brushing biscuits

Directions

  1. Whisk flour, chives, baking powder, sugar, salt, pepper, and baking soda in a medium bowl.

  2. Rub and pinch butter into the flour mixture until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-size pieces of butter. Gradually stir in buttermilk. Knead a few times until a shaggy dough forms.

  3. Transfer dough to a lightly floured work surface. Pat dough into a 6-by-8-inch rectangle (about 3/4 inch thick). Cut crosswise and lengthwise to form 4 evenly sized smaller rectangles. Stack rectangles on top of each other and pat them down into a 3/4-inch-thick rectangle again. Repeat the process 1 more time. Cut dough into 8 (about 2 1/2-by-3-inch) biscuits. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced evenly apart.

  4. Brush tops with buttermilk and sprinkle with pepper. Freeze biscuits, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 425°F.

  5. Bake biscuits until golden brown, 16 to 18 minutes. Serve warm.

2 reviews for Flaky Biscuits

  1. Salisu

    As someone who’s not the most confident baker, I appreciate how foolproof this recipe is. The step-by-step instructions are clear, and the result is a batch of biscuits that look and taste like they were made by a pro. It’s become my go-to recipe for flaky biscuits every time.

  2. Haruna

    This Flaky Biscuits recipe is a game-changer! The biscuits come out of the oven perfectly flaky and tender. The layers are so well-defined, and each bite melts in your mouth. It’s the ideal recipe for achieving that classic biscuit perfection.

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