Biscuits II
Few biscuit recipes are as satisfying as a well-made Biscuits II. The star here is (140 g / 4.9 oz) all-purpose flour, supported by a short list of everyday ingredients. Most of the time is hands-off while the oven does its thing, which makes it an easy one to fit around other dishes. Scroll down for the ingredients, the step-by-step method, and answers to the questions we get asked most about it.
- Cook 30 min
- Total 30 min
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- 1 cup (140 g / 4.9 oz) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
- ½ tsp Salt
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 tbsp Cold butter
- ½ cup (125 ml / 4.2 oz) milk
Method
- Preheat the oven to 200 C.
- Sift flour, salt and baking powder twice in a bowl.
- Cut butter in with a knife until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
- Add milk to the mixture and mix just until you get a soft dough—don't overmix.
- Place dough on a floured board. Knead the dough gently until smooth. Roll out to ½ inch (1.3 cm) thick.
- Cut out biscuits with a small cutter and place biscuits onto a greased pan.
- If you have scraps of dough, knead into a ball, re-roll, and cut out more biscuits.
- Bake for 15 minutes until nicely browned. Transfer the biscuits to a wire rack and leave it to cool.
Tips for the best Biscuits II
- Do not crowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed so everything browns instead of steaming.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
- Preheat the oven fully before anything goes in — a cold start changes the texture.
Variations
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Individual portions: divide into ramekins or a muffin tin and reduce the baking time by about a third.
Serving ideas
Finish with fresh herbs and serve family-style in the middle of the table.
Storage
Best eaten fresh. Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for 2 days; reheat in a hot pan or oven rather than the microwave to bring the crispness back.
Frequently asked questions
Is this Biscuits II recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 5 ingredients and 8 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
How long does Biscuits II take to make?
About 30 minutes in total — roughly under an hour of preparation and 30 minutes of cooking.
What can I substitute for (140 g / 4.9 oz) all-purpose flour?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Can I make Biscuits II ahead of time?
Yes. It actually improves after a few hours, so make it earlier in the day and reheat gently before serving.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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