KFC-Style Kentucky Fried Chicken Biscuits
Prepare to fall in love with these classic, mouthwatering biscuits that echo the flavors of KFC’s famous comfort food! These Kentucky Fried Chicken Biscuits are quick and easy to whip up, making them perfect for any meal. With a soft, flaky texture and buttery goodness, they will become a staple in your recipe collection. Let’s get baking!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable shortening
Instructions:
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Preheat Your Oven:
Start by preheating your oven to 425ºF (220ºC). This high temperature will ensure your biscuits come out perfectly golden and crispy. -
Prepare Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. This helps to ensure an even distribution of the leavening agents and seasonings throughout the dough. -
Incorporate the Milk:
Create a well in the center of your dry ingredients. Pour the milk into this well, allowing it to mix gently with the flour mixture. -
Add Shortening and Mix:
Introduce the vegetable shortening into the mixture. Using your hands, begin to cut the shortening into the flour mixture, blending until the dough starts to come together. The goal here is to achieve a crumbly, yet cohesive texture. -
Form the Dough:
If the dough feels too dry, add a little more milk, a tablespoon at a time, until it reaches the right consistency. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it gently 6 to 8 times. Be careful not to over-knead, as this can make your biscuits tough. -
Shape the Biscuits:
Pat the dough out to a thickness of about 1/2 inch. Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut the dough into circles. If you don’t have a cutter, simply use a sharp knife to cut the dough into squares. -
Bake the Biscuits:
Arrange the cut biscuits on a baking sheet, leaving a small amount of space between each one. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 13 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and have risen beautifully. -
Cool and Serve:
Once baked, let the biscuits cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving. They’re delightful on their own or with a pat of butter and a drizzle of honey.
Serving Suggestions:
These biscuits are incredibly versatile. Serve them alongside your favorite dishes like fried chicken, gravy, or even as a base for a delicious breakfast sandwich. They also make a great addition to any brunch spread.
Nutritional Information (per biscuit):
- Calories: 160.7
- Fat: 8.4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.6g
- Cholesterol: 2.5mg
- Sodium: 517.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 18.5g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 1.4g
- Protein: 2.8g
Recipe Yield: Approximately 9 biscuits
Tips for Perfect Biscuits:
- Use Cold Shortening: For the flakiest biscuits, keep your shortening cold. This helps to create layers in the dough.
- Don’t Overwork the Dough: Gently knead the dough to avoid tough biscuits.
- Use a Sharp Cutter: A sharp biscuit cutter ensures clean edges that rise well.
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