Morning Magic: Flaky, Buttery Biscuits in No Time
Are you tired of sacrificing precious morning minutes to messy biscuit-making? Look no further! These effortless, buttery biscuits are formed right in the bowl, eliminating the need for rolling and stamping out dough on a flour-dusted counter.
Streamlined Ingredients for a Quick Start
To get started, simply whisk together:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 8 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (1 stick), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 cup cold whole milk
- 1/4 cup finely chopped chives (from about 2 bunches)
- 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest (from about 2 medium lemons)
Effortless Assembly and Baking
Heat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Next, whisk the dry ingredients together, then add the butter pieces and toss to coat. Place the bowl in the freezer for 10 minutes to chill.
Using a pastry blender or 2 knives, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until it’s in pea-size pieces. Drizzle in the milk, add the chives and lemon zest, and stir with a wooden spoon until a moist, shaggy dough forms.
Divide the dough into 6 equal portions, pat each into a 2-1/2-inch-wide disk, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 15-16 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
Savor the Flavor
Transfer the biscuits to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with a pat of butter, smoked salmon, or as part of a decadent Crab Benedict. With these simple, flaky biscuits, your morning just got a whole lot brighter!
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