Baking Powder Biscuit

Name: Baking Powder Biscuit
Ingredients: 2 cups All-purpose flour; 4 teaspoons Baking powder; 2/3 cup Milk; 1/4 teaspoon Salt; 3 tablespoons Butter (or vegetable shortening) (Originally lard. Substituted with butter for modern preference. Can also use vegetable shortening for similar texture.)

These classic baking powder biscuits are a delightful treat, offering a flaky and tender texture with a rich, buttery flavor. This simple recipe from 1900 uses basic ingredients and a straightforward method, perfect for beginner bakers. Enjoy these biscuits warm from the oven with butter and jam for a comforting breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

2 cups All-purpose flour
4 teaspoons Baking powder
2/3 cup Milk
1/4 teaspoon Salt
3 tablespoons Butter (or vegetable shortening) (Originally lard. Substituted with butter for modern preference. Can also use vegetable shortening for similar texture.)

Instructions

1In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2Cut in the butter (or shortening) using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3Add the milk and mix gently with a fork until just combined. Do not overmix.
4Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a rectangular shape, about 1/2 inch thick. Use a 1 1/2-inch biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits. Reroll scraps to cut more biscuits.
5Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the biscuits side by side on a baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.