Sure! Let’s dive into making these delightful Tea Biscuits, perfect for any time of the day, whether you’re enjoying a leisurely breakfast or need a quick snack to fuel your afternoon. 🍪
Tea Biscuits Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 5 tablespoons shortening
- 3/4 cup + 1-2 tablespoons milk
Instructions:
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Preparation: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a cookie sheet to prepare for baking.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to ensure even distribution of the ingredients.
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Cut in Shortening: Add the shortening to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or two knives, cut the shortening into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse oatmeal. This step is crucial for achieving a flaky texture in your biscuits.
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Add Milk: Pour in 3/4 cup of milk and stir the mixture until it starts to come together into a soft dough. Depending on the consistency of your dough, you may need to add an additional 1 or 2 tablespoons of milk to achieve the right texture. The dough should be soft but not too sticky.
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Knead Lightly: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough gently for a few strokes, just enough to bring it together. Be careful not to overwork the dough, as this can result in tough biscuits.
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Roll Out Dough: Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out to a thickness of about 1/2 inch. This thickness will ensure that your biscuits rise properly in the oven and have a tender interior.
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Cut Biscuits: Using a floured biscuit cutter, cut out rounds from the dough. Press the cutter straight down without twisting to ensure that the biscuits rise evenly during baking. You can reroll any scraps of dough to make additional biscuits.
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Bake: Place the cut biscuits onto the prepared cookie sheet, leaving some space between each biscuit to allow for expansion during baking. Place the sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the biscuits are lightly browned on top. Keep an eye on them towards the end of the baking time to prevent over-browning.
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Serve: Once baked, remove the biscuits from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving. These Tea Biscuits are best enjoyed warm, with a pat of butter or your favorite jam.
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Enjoy: Whether you’re pairing them with a hot cup of tea for breakfast, serving them alongside soup for lunch, or simply enjoying them as a snack, these homemade Tea Biscuits are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Nutritional Information (Per Biscuit):
- Calories: 107.5
- Fat: 4.9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.4g
- Cholesterol: 1.9mg
- Sodium: 181.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 13.6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 0.1g
- Protein: 2.2g
Recipe Yield: This recipe makes approximately 15 biscuits, depending on the size of your biscuit cutter and how thinly you roll out the dough.
From the simplicity of the preparation to the irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen as they bake, these Tea Biscuits are a true delight for any occasion. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to enjoy the homemade goodness of freshly baked biscuits.
