24 Biscuit Recipes That Go with Everything (2024)

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Updated: Jan. 30, 2024

    Warm and flaky, these homemade biscuits will really hit the spot on cold fall or winter days. Whether you serve them alongside your favorite stew or slather them with butter, these biscuit recipes are the perfect addition to any meal.

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    Easy Cheesy Biscuits

    I’m a big fan of homemade biscuits, but not the rolling and cutting that goes into making them. The drop biscuit method solves everything! —Christina Addison, Blanchester, Ohio

    Also, tryDolly Parton’s buttermilk biscuitswhichare easy to make, soft, and tender.

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    Golden Sourdough Biscuits

    I got this recipe from a friend when we were exchanging sourdough recipes a few years ago. These soft sourdough biscuits are best enjoyed straight from the oven. — Stephanie Church, Delaware, Ohio

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    Sour Cream-Leek Biscuits

    These biscuits are a wonderful pairing for soups. I've made them with all-purpose white flour as well as whole wheat, and both work equally well. —Bonnie Appleton, Canterbury, Connecticut

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    Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits Recipe photo by Jamie Thrower for Taste of Home

    Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits

    The recipe for these four-ingredient homemade buttermilk biscuits has been handed down for many generations. —Fran Thompson, Tarboro, North Carolina

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    Cinnamon Fruit Biscuits

    Because these sweet treats are so easy, I'm almost embarrassed when people ask me for the recipe. They're a snap to make with refrigerated buttermilk biscuits, sugar, cinnamon and your favorite fruit preserves. —Ione Burham, Washington, Iowa

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    Flaky Cheddar-Chive Biscuits

    These wonderful, buttery biscuits complement any dinner. —Betsy King, Duluth, Minnesota

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    Grandma's Biscuits

    Homemade biscuits add a warm and comforting touch to any meal. My grandmother makes these tender biscuits to go with her seafood chowder. —Melissa Obernesser, Utica, New York

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    Air-Fryer Pumpkin Biscuits with Spiced Apple Butter

    A couple of years ago, one of my friend’s parents made pumpkin biscuits for Thanksgiving. I was inspired by the innovative idea but wanted to add my own spin by topping the biscuits with apple butter. I have been experimenting with the air fryer recently and wanted to try to make bread in the machine. — Jessica Burke, Chandler, Arizona

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    Easy Parmesan Biscuits

    This recipe is simple but a delicious addition to any meal. The children love to dip the ready-made biscuits in butter and coat it with the cheese. Warm from the oven, one biscuit per person usually isn’t enough. —Linda Becker, Olympia, Washington

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    These colorful little drop biscuits are very easy to put together and yet are packed full of flavor. I serve them warm out of the oven. —Keith Mesch, Mt. Healthy, Ohio

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    Sweet Potato Biscuits with Honey Butter

    We often think of sweet potatoes in a supporting role as a side dish, mashed, baked whole, cubed and roasted. Here’s another thought—why not give them a starring role for breakfast when made into biscuits? Served with cinnamon-honey butter, they’re all kinds of awesome. —Cathy Bell, Joplin, Missouri

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    Hurry-Up Biscuits

    When I was young, my mom would make these biscuits with fresh cream she got from a local farmer. I don't go to those lengths, but the family recipe is still a real treat. —Beverly Sprague, Baltimore, Maryland

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    Flaky Whole Wheat Biscuits

    Whole wheat flour gives these biscuits a nutty, homey flavor. Ever since I started making these, white flour biscuits just don't taste as good! Pair them with soup or slather them with whipped cream and sweetened berries for a dessert treat. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

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    My biscuits won the prize for best quick bread at my county fair. One of the judges liked them so much, she asked for the recipe! These buttery, savory biscuits go with just about anything. —Gloria Jarrett, Loveland, Ohio

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    Mom's Buttermilk Biscuits

    These fluffy buttermilk biscuits are so tasty slathered with butter or used to mop up every last drop of gravy off your plate. I can still see Mom pulling these tender gems out of the oven. —Vera Reid, Laramie, Wyoming

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    Apricot Cream Biscuits

    Melt-in-your-mouth good when warm, these shortcut biscuits with a hint of orange prove that the right mix really can offer homemade taste. —Betty Saint Turner, Attalla, Alabama

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    Makeover Cheddar Biscuits

    Here's our crack at the never-ending biscuits from Red Lobster. Made from scratch with lighter ingredients, they're just as cheesy and buttery as the original. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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    Apple Cider Biscuits

    My family enjoys these tender, flaky biscuits warm from the oven. We have a lot of apple trees, so we’re always looking for apple recipes. This is a tasty way to use some of our cider. —Harriet Stichter, Milford, Indiana

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    Cheddar Corn Biscuits

    Everyone asks for these cheesy corn biscuits, especially when I serve soup. If you're lucky and have leftovers, rewarm them and pass the butter and jam. —Susan Braun, Swift Current, Saskatchewan

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    Gluten-Free Biscuits

    Basic gluten-free biscuits are fantastic with brunch, dinner or even a bowl of soup for an easy lunch. This recipe is perfect for tweaking—stir in your favorite ingredients like shredded cheddar and garlic powder, Swiss and chives, or Parmesan and Italian seasoning. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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    Glazed Cranberry Biscuits

    My family likes biscuits for breakfast. One Sunday, I decided to make those golden goodies extra special by adding white chips, dried cranberries and a simple orange glaze. —Lori Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia

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    Ginger Buttermilk Biscuits

    After we had cinnamon-topped biscuits at a restaurant, I came up with my own version at home. I keep crystallized ginger on hand so I can whip up a batch at a moment’s notice!—Rebecca Littlejohn, Vista, Califiornia

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    Lemon Blueberry Biscuits

    Lemon and blueberries make such a fresh and flavorful combination in all kinds of baked goods, especially these biscuits. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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    Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Biscuits

    My family gobbles up these biscuits, which are low in fat, cholesterol and sugar. I almost always make these now instead of my old shortening-based recipe. —Wendy Masters, Grand Valley, Ontario

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    Originally Published: April 25, 2018

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    Ellie Martin Cliffe

    Now Taste of Home's content director, Ellie has been writing about food and lifestyle for almost 20 years. Her writing and editing roles have spanned the print and digital landscape. When Ellie isn't at TOH HQ, she's likely trying gluten- and dairy-free recipes, canning whatever's in season, or playing Forbidden Island with her family.

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    FAQs

    What is the secret to an excellent biscuit? ›

    The secret to the best biscuits is using very cold butter and baking powder. We've made a lot of biscuits, but this easy biscuits recipe is the one we turn to the most!

    What are the 10 types of biscuits? ›

    Types of biscuit include sandwich biscuits, digestive biscuits, ginger biscuits, shortbread biscuits, chocolate chip cookies, chocolate-coated marshmallow treats, Anzac biscuits, biscotti, and speculaas.

    What is good to put on biscuits? ›

    Keep a few staple toppings on hand: Butter, sliced deli meat and cheeses are great for savory biscuits, while honey, sliced fruit, peanut butter and jam satisfy everyone's sweet tooth.

    What kind of flour makes the best biscuits? ›

    White wheat in general is around 9-12% protein, while the hard reds are 11-15%. As far as brands of flour, White Lily “all-purpose” flour has been my go-to for biscuit making. It's a soft red winter wheat, and the low protein and low gluten content keep biscuits from becoming too dense.

    What is the king of biscuit? ›

    Pillai became known in India as the 'Biscuit King' or 'Biscuit Baron'. He took over Nabisco's other Asian subsidiaries. Pillai then established links with Boussois-Souchon-Neuvesel (BSN), the French food company, and by 1989 controlled six Asian companies worth over US$400 million.

    What is the number 1 biscuit in the world? ›

    Parle G, the world's largest selling biscuit brand 2021, is manufactured by maker Parle Products. They first began manufacturing these biscuits in 1939, and after Independence, the Parle Gluco or Parle G became extensively famous.

    What are the best biscuits ever? ›

    Top 5 favorite British biscuits:
    • Chocolate Digestives.
    • Shortbread.
    • Chocolate fingers.
    • Jaffa Cakes.
    • Chocolate Hobnobs.

    What are the ingredients in farmhouse biscuits? ›

    Rolled Oats (49%), Vegetable Oils (Rapeseed, Sustainable Palm), Sugar, Salt, Flavourings. For allergen information, including cereals containing gluten see ingredients in bold. May also contain Egg, Milk, Soya and Tree Nuts.

    How to make a Mary Berry biscuit? ›

    Method
    1. Pre-heat oven to 180°C /fan 160°C/ gas 4. ...
    2. Mix the butter with the caster sugar.
    3. Add the self-raising flour and mix it in well. ...
    4. Using your hands, bring the mixture together to form a dough.
    5. Take a walnut size amount and roll it into a ball and place it on a baking tray. ...
    6. Get a fork and dip it in warm water.
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    Which liquid makes the best biscuits? ›

    *Substitute buttermilk, light cream, or heavy cream for the whole milk, if you prefer; use enough of whatever liquid you choose to bring the dough together readily, without you having to work it too much. The higher-fat liquid you use, the more tender and richer-tasting your biscuits will be.

    What do southerners eat with biscuits? ›

    Sausage Gravy and Biscuits

    If there's one Southern breakfast staple we'll never tire of, it's a plate full of classic biscuits and gravy.

    What fat makes the best biscuits? ›

    High-fat butter, such as Kerrygold Butter, is best. The rich fat from the butter releases water when the biscuits are baking which is what contributes to the beautiful layers and flakiness that we love about biscuits.

    What are the two most important steps in biscuit making? ›

    The two keys to success in making the best biscuits are handling the dough as little as possible as well as using very cold solid fat (butter, shortening, or lard) and cold liquid. When the biscuits hit the oven, the cold liquid will start to evaporate creating steam which will help our biscuits get very tall.

    What is the most important step in biscuit making? ›

    Mixing. The multi-stage mixing method is preferred for its ability to produce consistent doughs which are not fully developed. Blending all dry ingredients to rub or cut the shortening into the flour until fat is fully distributed and pea-sized lumps are visible.

    Should you chill biscuit dough before baking? ›

    And the longer it takes the butter to melt as the biscuits bake, the more chance they have to rise high and maintain their shape. So, chill... and chill.

    What does adding an egg to biscuits do? ›

    For super light, crumbly biscuits try grating or pushing the yolks of hard-boiled eggs through a sieve into the biscuit dough. This increases the fat content and slows down the development of gluten. Cookie recipes on the other hand are more likely to contain eggs. Adding moisture as well as binding the mixture.

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