Country Style Biscuits
Golden, flaky country-style biscuits with a tender crumb, perfect for breakfast or as a side, appealing to those who enjoy classic homemade baked goods.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine the plain flour, sugar, baking powder, cream of tartar, and salt in a bowl, mixing well.
- Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
- Combine the beaten egg and milk in a separate bowl, then add to the flour mixture.
- Stir until the dry ingredients are moistened and a dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead if necessary.
- Pat or roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thickness.
- Cut into large biscuits with a biscuit cutter or glass.
- Place the biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
619
kcal
31% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Contains
Milk
Egg
Wheat/Gluten
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).