Biscuits

My go to biscuit recipe for flakey biscuits. Notes: -For a sweeter biscuit double the sugar. -Milk with a splash of vinegar can be used to sub for buttermilk

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Scale dry ingredients into a bowl. Cut butter into small pieces and add to dry.

Step 2

2. Using your thumb and index finger smush butter into flat pieces.

Step 3

3. Once all the butter has been flaked pour in milk and gently fold in dry until it starts to come together(do not over mix) It should still be very crumbly.

Step 4

4. Dumb mixture onto a floured table. Make a pile and gently press down with your hands.

Step 5

5. Using a bench scraper, divide the dough in half. Place on half on top of the other and press down.

Step 6

6. Repeat this process until the dough comes together and holds it shape. Do Not Kneed the dough you want to still see chunks of butter.

Step 7

7. Allow to chill for 15-20mins.

Step 8

8. Divide into square biscuits and place on a parchment lined sheet pan. Brush the tops with heavy cream(or egg wash) and sprinkle with a little salt.

Step 9

9. Bake 375F until golden brown (15-20mins but times will vary)