Easy Pan Biscuits

Whip up a batch of homemade comfort with these Easy Pan Biscuits—soft, buttery, and ready in just 22 minutes! This beginner-friendly recipe uses simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cold unsalted butter to create irresistibly tender biscuits with minimal effort. The secret? Cutting the butter into the dry ingredients for a flaky texture and baking the dough pieces snugly in a pan for maximum rise. Perfectly golden and fluffy, these biscuits are a versatile addition to any meal, whether served alongside soups, stews, or smothered in butter and jam for breakfast. Customize with a brush of melted butter for an extra indulgent touch. Perfectly quick, easy, and delicious—these crowd-pleasers are sure to become a family favorite!

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 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold)
• 0.75 cup whole milk
• 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional, for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round or square baking pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes. Using a pastry cutter, two forks, or your hands, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Do not overmix—the butter pieces should be pea-sized.

Step 4

Gradually pour in the milk while stirring gently with a wooden spoon or spatula. Mix just until the dough comes together; the dough should be slightly sticky but manageable. Avoid overmixing to keep the biscuits tender.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a clean, lightly floured surface. Pat it into a 1-inch-thick rectangle or circle with your hands (no rolling needed). Use a knife to cut the dough into 8 equal pieces or divide roughly by hand.

Step 6

Place the biscuit pieces snugly together in the prepared pan. This helps them rise higher as they bake.

Step 7

Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown. Check for doneness by lightly tapping a biscuit; it should sound slightly hollow.

Step 8

If desired, brush the tops of the warm biscuits with melted butter for extra flavor. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings, such as butter, jam, or honey.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	529.2 grams (529.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1630

Total Fat 77.60g	99%
Saturated Fat 47.70g	239%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 209mg	70%
Sodium 2610mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 202.20g	74%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 13.60g
Protein 31.50g	63%

Vitamin D 127IU	634%
Calcium 276mg	21%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 550mg	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: 42.8%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 49.5%