Flaky Artisan Biscuits

Flaky Artisan Biscuits

90 mins
medium
8 servings

Enjoy these buttery, flaky biscuits, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light meal. This recipe focuses on achieving a tender crumb and a golden-brown exterior.

BiscuitsBreakfastGluten-Free

Equipment Needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Biscuit cutter (or glass)
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry blender or sharp knife

Ingredients

  • 2.00 cupsGluten-Free All-Purpose Flour(Ensure it's certified gluten-free.)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsBaking Powder
  • 1.00 tablespoonsGranulated Sugar
  • 1.00 teaspoonSalt
  • 5.00 tablespoonsCold Unsalted Butter(Cut into cubes.)
  • 1.00 cupMilk(Cold milk is key for flaky biscuits.)
  • 1.00 tablespoonOptional: Fresh Herbs(Chopped chives or rosemary add flavor.)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

3

Cut in cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Gradually add milk, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

5

Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat into a 1-inch thick rectangle.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Fold the dough in thirds and gently pat it down again. Repeat this process two more times.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

7

Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Estimated time: 30 minutes

8

Roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thickness.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

9

Cut into desired shapes using a biscuit cutter or a glass.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

10

Place biscuits on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Estimated time: 15 minutes