Are you ready to elevate your breakfast game with a delightful twist on a classic favorite? These Fluffy Almond Milk Biscuits are not just any ordinary biscuits; they are light, airy, and bursting with flavor, making them the perfect companion for your morning coffee or afternoon tea. With just a handful of simple ingredients and a quick 25-minute prep time, you can whip up a batch of these delectable treats that will have your family and friends begging for more. Trust us, once you taste the flaky goodness of these biscuits, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without them!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This helps remove any lumps and ensures even distribution of leavening agents.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. The butter should be cold to create flaky, tender biscuits.
- Create a well in the center of the flour-butter mixture. Pour in the almond milk and honey (if using). Stir gently with a fork until the dough just comes together, being careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead the dough 3-4 times, just enough to bring it together. Overworking the dough can make the biscuits tough.
- Pat the dough into a 3/4-inch thick rectangle. Using a
- 5-inch round biscuit cutter, cut out biscuits. Press straight down without twisting the cutter to ensure even rising.
- Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each biscuit. For extra golden tops, brush the biscuits lightly with additional almond milk.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the edges are crisp. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through cooking for even browning.
- Remove from the oven and let the biscuits cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm with butter, jam, or your favorite spread.
Tips
- Use Cold Ingredients: For the fluffiest biscuits, ensure your butter is cold when you mix it with the flour. This helps create those coveted flaky layers.
- Don’t Overmix: When combining the wet and dry ingredients, stir just until the dough comes together. Overmixing can lead to tough biscuits.
- Flour Your Surface: Lightly flour your work surface when kneading and cutting out the biscuits to prevent sticking and ensure a clean cut.
- Cut Straight Down: When using the biscuit cutter, press straight down without twisting. Twisting can seal the edges and prevent the biscuits from rising properly.
- Brush for Shine: For a beautiful golden top, brush the biscuits with a little extra almond milk before baking.
- Rotate for Even Baking: Halfway through baking, rotate your baking sheet to ensure that the biscuits bake evenly and achieve that perfect golden color.
- Serve Warm: These biscuits are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven. Serve them warm with butter, jam, or your favorite spread for an irresistible treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
