Plain Flour Biscuits
These classic plain flour biscuits are flaky, tender, and buttery, perfect for breakfast or alongside hearty meals. Their simple ingredients make them a versatile treat for all.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450° to 500° F.
- Grease a baking pan.
- Combine the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add milk slowly and mix to a smooth consistency.
- Knead the dough gently on a floured surface.
- Do not overknead.
- Press out the dough to a 1/2 to 1-inch thickness using your hand.
- Cut out biscuits with a biscuit cutter.
- Coat both sides of each biscuit with melted butter.
- Bake for about 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
654
kcal
33% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).