Experience the simple joy of baking with Granny’s Classic Biscuits. This old-fashioned recipe creates flaky, buttery biscuits that melt in your mouth. Perfect for breakfast or as a side, these biscuits bring a touch of nostalgia and warmth to your table.
Ingredients
- 2 cups self-rising flour (preferably Martha White or White Lily)
- 1/4 cup lard or shortening (very cold, about the size of an egg)
- 1 cup very cold buttermilk (may need to adjust amount)
- 3 tablespoons melted shortening or butter
Directions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F. Heavily grease a large cast-iron skillet or biscuit pan and set aside.
- Combine Flour and Shortening: Put the flour into a large bowl and add the lard or shortening. Cut into the flour using the pastry method until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Buttermilk: Pour in the buttermilk and mix gently with a fork or hands until a light dough forms.
- Knead Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured board and knead it a couple of times. Be careful not to over-handle the dough.
- Shape Biscuits: Pat the dough to about 1/2 inch thick and use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the cut biscuits into the prepared pan. Pour melted shortening or butter over each biscuit.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 13 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the pan and place in a covered container to steam for about 5 minutes. You may brush melted butter over the top before steaming if desired.
Conclusion and Tips
Granny’s Classic Biscuits are a timeless addition to any meal. For the best results, ensure your shortening and buttermilk are very cold. Serve hot with butter, apple butter, jellies, jams, or honey.
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