Baking Powder Biscuits Recipe
Welcome to the world of delectable baking with our featured recipe: Baking Powder Biscuits!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Pastry cutter or fork
- Baking sheet
- Rolling Pin
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 3/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add cold, diced butter and use a pastry cutter or fork to incorporate it until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the milk and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a slightly lumpy dough is ideal.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, gently pat it down, and use a rolling pin to achieve a 1-inch thickness.
- Use a biscuit cutter to cut out rounds and place them on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown.