Brenda Gantt Biscuit Recipe
The Brenda Gantt Biscuit Recipe is pure Southern comfort food. These biscuits are soft, fluffy and full of homemade love. I have made this recipe many times at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cold butter
- ¾ cup whole milk
- Extra flour for dusting
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). A hot oven helps biscuits rise fast and stay fluffy.
Mix the Dry Ingredients
- Add flour, baking powder and salt to a bowl. Stir gently until everything looks mixed well.
Cut in the Butter
- Add cold butter to the flour. Use fingers or fork to mix until crumbs look like coarse sand.
Add the Milk
- Pour milk slowly into the bowl. Mix gently until dough forms. Do not overmix the dough.
Dust the Surface
- Sprinkle flour on your counter. Place the dough on top. Lightly dust more flour above.
Roll the Dough
- Roll the dough gently. Keep it about one inch thick for soft biscuits.
Cut the Biscuits
- Use a biscuit cutter or glass. Press straight down. Do not twist the cutter.
Place on Baking Tray
- Place biscuits on a greased tray. Let them touch slightly for soft sides.
Bake the Biscuits
- Bake at 450°F (230°C) for 12 to 15 minutes. Tops should look golden brown.
Cool and Serve
- Remove from oven. Let cool for five minutes. Serve warm with butter or jam.
Notes
- Use cold butter for flaky biscuits.
- Do not overwork the dough. Gentle hands matter.
- Self-rising flour can replace flour, salt and baking powder.
- Add buttermilk for richer flavor.
- Brush tops with melted butter after baking.
- Add shredded cheese for savory biscuits.