Description
These homemade biscuits are buttery, lightly sweet, and irresistibly crisp on the outside with a soft, tender crumb inside. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they’re perfect for tea time, as a snack, or even as a sweet treat after dinner. Whether you’re looking for quick high-protein meals, healthy recipes, or easy baking ideas, these biscuits are a must-try!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200g) sugar
- 1 cup (230g) butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter-sugar mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Shape dough into small balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Leave space between each.
- Flatten each ball slightly with a fork or your hands.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Let biscuits cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- For a twist, mix in chocolate chips, cinnamon, or lemon zest.
- Store biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a crispier texture, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg