Easy Homemade Biscuits in Cast Iron Skillet
Learn how to make easy homemade biscuits in a cast iron skillet with this step-by-step guide. These biscuits are light, fluffy, and delicious, and they’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or lunch.
What You Need
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) cold butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch cast iron skillet with butter.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the butter to the flour mixture and use your fingers to work it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add the buttermilk to the flour mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 1-2 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic.
6. Roll out the dough to 1-inch thick and cut into 12 biscuits. Place the biscuits in the prepared skillet and bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
7. Serve warm with your favorite jam or butter.
FAQ
Q: Why do need to use cold butter?
Using cold butter helps to create flaky biscuits. When you work the butter into the flour mixture, it creates small pockets of air that help the biscuits to rise. If you use warm butter, the butter will melt and the biscuits will become dense and chewy.
Q: Can use a different type of flour?
Yes, you can use any type of flour for this recipe. However, if you use a gluten-free flour, you may need to add more liquid to the dough.
Q: Can make these biscuits ahead of time?
Yes, you can make these biscuits ahead of time and reheat them in the oven when you’re ready to eat them. To reheat, place the biscuits on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5-10 minutes, until heated through.
Pros of Making Biscuits in a Cast Iron Skillet
- Cast iron skillets heat evenly, so the biscuits will bake evenly.
- The cast iron skillet will help to create a golden brown crust on the biscuits.
- Cast iron skillets are durable and can be used for many different cooking tasks.
Tips for Making Biscuits
- Make sure to use cold butter.
- Don’t overmix the dough.
- Bake the biscuits until they are golden brown.
- Serve the biscuits warm with your favorite jam or butter.
Summary
Easy homemade biscuits are a delicious and simple breakfast treat. With just a few ingredients and a cast iron skillet, you can make fluffy, flaky biscuits that everyone will love. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!
easy homemade biscuits in cast iron skillet
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
1 cup buttermilk
The biscuits are done baking when they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
About 15 minutes
Bake the biscuits for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
To make the biscuits fluffy, you need to make sure that the dough is not over-kneaded. Over-kneading will develop the gluten in the flour too much, which will make the biscuits tough. Instead, knead the dough just until it comes together and is smooth.
How long do you bake the biscuits?
10-12 minutes