Big Daddy Biscuits

Fluffy, golden, and irresistibly buttery, Big Daddy Biscuits are the ultimate comfort food and a must-have for your breakfast or brunch table. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold butter, and a splash of milk, these homemade biscuits are all about creating soft, flaky layers through the clever folding technique described in the recipe. Perfectly baked in just 15 minutes, these biscuits come together quickly, making them ideal for busy mornings or last-minute gatherings. Enhance their golden hue with a brush of heavy cream before baking, and serve them warm with butter, jam, or your favorite toppings for a truly satisfying treat. Ideal for pairing with savory dishes like gravy or sweet spreads, this recipe is your go-to guide for mastering bakery-quality biscuits at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold)
• 0.75 cup Whole milk
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream (optional for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Some small pea-sized pieces of butter should still remain.

Step 4

Create a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk. Stir gently with a fork or wooden spoon until the dough starts to come together. Avoid overmixing, as this will make the biscuits tough.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it just until it forms a cohesive ball, about 5-6 times. Flatten the dough into a 1-inch-thick rectangle using your hands or a rolling pin.

Step 6

Fold the dough in half, rotate it 90 degrees, and flatten it again. Repeat this folding process 2-3 times to create flaky layers in the biscuits.

Step 7

Using a floured 2.5-inch biscuit cutter (or the rim of a glass), cut out rounds of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. Re-roll the scraps as needed, but try to handle the dough as little as possible.

Step 8

If desired, brush the tops of the biscuits with heavy cream to help them brown beautifully in the oven.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the biscuits cool slightly before serving warm. Enjoy with butter, jam, or your favorite spread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	600.6 grams (600.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2001

Total Fat 115.00g	147%
Saturated Fat 71.30g	357%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 314mg	105%
Sodium 2627mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 211.40g	77%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 22.70g
Protein 32.40g	65%

Vitamin D 139IU	695%
Calcium 303mg	23%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 567mg	12%

*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: 51.5%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 42.1%