Golden Tea Bliss Biscuits

Basic Tea Biscuits Recipe

Total Time: 30 minutes

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes

Servings: 15-18 biscuits

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup shortening
• 1 cup milk

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 111.9
• Fat: 5.3g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
• Cholesterol: 2.3mg
• Sodium: 260.2mg
• Carbohydrates: 13.8g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Sugar: 0.1g
• Protein: 2.3g

Rating: 3 stars (based on 1 review)

Recipe Category: Breads

Keywords: European, High In…, < 30 Mins, Oven

Description:
Make and share this delightful Basic Tea Biscuits recipe that hails from lovewithrecipes.com. These biscuits are a perfect companion for your tea time indulgence, offering a buttery and golden-brown delight with every bite. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a kitchen enthusiast, this recipe promises a quick and rewarding experience.

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
2. Combine dry ingredients – flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in shortening with two knives or a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
4. Make a well in the center and add liquid all at once. Stir vigorously until the dough comes freely from the sides of the bowl.
5. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured board and roll or pat to a thickness of 1/2 inch.
6. Cut out 2-inch biscuits with a floured water glass or biscuit cutter.
7. Place on an ungreased baking sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the tops are golden brown.
8. Serve immediately with butter, jam, or honey.

Variations:

1. Cheese Tea Biscuits:

   • Use only 3/4 tsp salt and 1/4 cup shortening.
   • Add 3/4 cup shredded cheese (yellow or marble) to the dry ingredients.

2. Buttermilk Tea Biscuits:

   • Use only 2 tsp baking powder.
   • Add 1/2 tsp baking soda.
   • Replace milk with 1 cup buttermilk or sour milk.

3. Raisin or Nut Tea Biscuits:

   • Add to dry ingredients 1/4 cup sugar and 3/4 cup seedless raisins or chopped nuts.
   • Use only 7/8 cup milk.

4. Whole Wheat Tea Biscuits:

   • Replace 1 cup of white flour with 1 cup whole wheat flour.

These variations provide a spectrum of flavors, allowing you to tailor the biscuits to your preferences. Whether you crave the savory goodness of cheese, the tangy twist of buttermilk, the sweetness of raisins, or the heartiness of whole wheat, these adaptations add a unique touch to the classic recipe.

Incorporate these Basic Tea Biscuits into your baking repertoire, and share the joy of freshly baked treats with friends and family. Elevate your tea time experience with these golden-brown delights that strike the perfect balance between simplicity and indulgence.