A simple homemade biscuit recipe that's easy to make. The biscuits turn out perfectly soft and flaky on the inside every time.
Step1
Gather all ingredients and preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
Step2
In a large mixing bowl sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening with fork or pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step3
Pour milk into flour mixture while stirring with a fork. Mix in milk until dough is soft, moist and pulls away from the side of the bowl.
Step4
Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead dough briefly, 5 to 7 times.
Step5
Roll dough out into a 1/2 inch thick sheet and cut out biscuits with a floured cookie cutter. Press together unused dough and repeat rolling and cutting procedure.
Step6
Place biscuits on ungreased baking sheets and bake in preheated oven until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
Step7
Enjoy!
Prepare Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
10
Calories:
191 kcal
Carbohydrate:
20 g
Cholesterol:
2 mg
Dietary Fiber:
1 g
Protein:
3 g
Saturated Fat:
3 g
Sodium:
225 mg
Total Sugars:
1 g
Total Fat:
11 g
