Illinois, Arkansas Biscuits
Fluffy, golden Illinois and Arkansas-style biscuits with a tender crumb and buttery flavor, perfect for breakfast or alongside hearty meals, appealing to bread lovers and comfort food fans.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix the self-rising flour, milk or buttermilk, and heaping tablespoon of shortening until well combined.
- Ensure the mixture has a medium texture, not runny.
- Pour the dough onto a floured surface.
- Sprinkle flour over the top of the dough and pull flour around the biscuit dough, then flip and pat down to 1/2-inch thick.
- Cut with a biscuit cutter and place onto a greased cookie sheet.
- Grease the tops of the biscuits.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 450°F for 15 to 20 minutes, until bottoms are browned.
- Then move to the top rack and brown the tops for about 5 to 10 minutes until done.
- Serve hot.
Tips & Substitutions
For best results, use cold milk or buttermilk to create a flakier texture in your biscuits. If you don't have shortening, you can substitute with an equal amount of butter or margarine. When cutting the biscuits, avoid twisting the cutter to ensure they rise evenly. For added flavor, consider mixing in a bit of cheese or herbs.
Serving Suggestions
These biscuits are delightful served warm with butter and honey or jam. They also pair well with savory dishes, making a perfect side for dishes like chili or a hearty stew. For a fun twist, try serving them alongside Cheesy Beer Sauce for dipping.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 5-7 minutes until warmed through. Alternatively, you can microwave them for 10-15 seconds, but the oven method will keep them crisp.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Illinois, Arkansas Biscuits contains roughly 719 calories, with 5g protein, 38g carbohydrates, and 62g fat. It is a good source of iron (14% of the Daily Value).
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).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dough and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. Just remember to bring it back to room temperature for about 30 minutes before rolling out and cutting your biscuits.
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).