Description
Delicious Fork Biscuits are a light, fluffy, and easy-to-make biscuit option that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side with any meal. These biscuits use a simple method with a fork to incorporate the ingredients, making them a no-fuss recipe that still delivers that warm, comforting biscuit texture. They’re quick to whip up and perfect for when you need a homemade treat in a hurry!
Ingredients
For the biscuits:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
3/4 cup buttermilk (or regular milk if you prefer)
For brushing:
1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda until well combined.
- Add the cold butter to the flour mixture and, using a fork, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the buttermilk and stir gently with the fork until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The dough will be sticky but should hold together.
- On a floured surface, turn the dough out and gently knead it a few times just to bring it together. Then, pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
- Using a fork, press down lightly across the dough in a crisscross pattern, creating a slight texture on top of the biscuits. This step is key for that fork biscuit look!
- Cut the dough into squares or use a biscuit cutter to shape the biscuits, depending on how rustic you want them.
- Transfer the biscuits to the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are touching slightly for softer sides or spaced apart for crispier sides.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
- Once done, brush the tops with melted butter for a shiny, flavorful finish.
Notes
Add shredded cheese or herbs like rosemary or thyme to the dough for extra flavor.
For a sweeter option, stir in a tablespoon of sugar and add a dash of cinnamon to the flour mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: Varies depending on ingredients used
- Sugar: Varies
- Sodium: Varies
- Fat: Varies depending on butter used
- Saturated Fat: Varies
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Varies
- Fiber: Varies
- Protein: Varies
- Cholesterol: Varies depending on butter used