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Fluffy Homemade Biscuits
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg, beaten (for brushing)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
- Cut in the Butter:
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients.
- Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the Milk:
- Gradually add the milk to the flour and butter mixture, stirring gently with a fork until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this will make the biscuits tough.
- Knead the Dough:
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
- Gently knead the dough a few times until it comes together. Pat it into a rectangle about 1/2-inch thick.
- Cut the Biscuits:
- Use a biscuit cutter or a round cookie cutter to cut out biscuits from the dough. Re-roll the scraps as needed.
- Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush with Egg Wash:
- Brush the tops of the biscuits with the beaten egg to give them a golden-brown finish.
- Bake the Biscuits:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve:
- Allow the biscuits to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Enjoy your fluffy homemade biscuits warm with butter, honey, or your favorite jam! These are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side for any meal.