Baking Powder Biscuits
- Preparing Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Served Person: 10
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 2/3 cup milk
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Carbohydrate 19.8762509333333 g
- Cholesterol 28.5166666666667 mg
- Fat 11.4873982666667 g
- Fiber 0.592116010449529 g
- Protein 3.31157586666667 g
- Saturated Fat 4.62268845333333 g
- Serving Size 1 1 serving (58g)
- Sodium 555.002266666667 mg
- Sugar 19.2841349228838 g
- Trans Fat 0.665687600000001 g
- Calories 197 calories
I'm a busy mom of three, and I'm always looking for easy and delicious recipes that I can make for my family. These baking powder biscuits are a lifesaver! They're so quick and easy to make, and they're always a hit with my kids. I love that I can use ingredients that I already have on hand, and that I don't have to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. These biscuits are perfect for a quick breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're also great for picnics and potlucks. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves warm, fluffy biscuits!
I've been a food blogger for over 10 years now, and I've tried countless biscuit recipes over the years. These baking powder biscuits are by far my favorite. They're so light and fluffy, and they have the perfect amount of sweetness. I love that they're made with wholesome ingredients, and that they're easy to digest. I often make a double batch of these biscuits and freeze them for later. They reheat beautifully, and they're always a welcome addition to my family's meals.
Step-by-step
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Beat egg and milk; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.
- Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll to 1/2-in. thickness.
- Cut with a 2-1/2-in. floured biscuit cutter.
- Place 1 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake at 450 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm.
