Description
Quick and easy homemade biscuits made with self-rising flour, shortening, and milk, ideal for busy weeknights or impressive breakfasts.
Ingredients
- 2 cups self-rising flour
- ¼ cup shortening
- ¾ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 500°F.
- Put flour into a large bowl; whisk to fluff.
- Add shortening and blend until mixed, resembling cornmeal.
- Add milk and stir to form a sticky dough; adjust with flour or milk as needed.
- Knead a few times until smooth; pat dough to ¾ inch thick.
- Cut out biscuits and place on a greased baking pan.
- Bake for 8-12 minutes until tops are golden brown.
Notes
Keep ingredients cold for flakiness and avoid overworking the dough.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American