Craving a gluten-free treat that’s both soft and flaky with a mouthwatering buttery aroma? These gluten-free biscuits are the answer! Not only do they have the perfect rise in the oven, but they’re also surprisingly simple to make and will have everyone asking for more. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or just want a comforting snack, these biscuits are the perfect addition to any meal.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- Gluten-free flour blend (with xanthan gum for that ideal texture)
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Baking soda
- Butter
- Large eggs
- Buttermilk
Pairing Suggestions:
While these biscuits are delicious on their own, they reach their full potential when paired with a generous helping of savory sausage gravy. This pairing is a true match made in culinary heaven, and it’ll elevate your biscuits to a whole new level of indulgence.
Tips for Perfect Biscuits:
To achieve the softest, lightest biscuits, it’s all about technique. Here are some expert tips to ensure you get biscuit perfection every time:
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Use Cold Ingredients: The colder the ingredients, the better your biscuits will turn out. Ensure your butter, eggs, and buttermilk are as cold as possible. This helps create flaky layers.
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Gentle Kneading: After chilling the dough, give it a gentle knead to evenly distribute the cold butter. Overworking the dough can result in dense biscuits, so keep it light.
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Chill the Dough: Refrigerating the cut-out biscuits before baking helps them rise beautifully and ensures they maintain their shape. This step is crucial for a light, airy texture.
With these easy-to-follow steps, you’ll have gluten-free biscuits that are not only a treat for your taste buds but also impressively fluffy and golden brown. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a savory side!
These soft, flaky, and buttery gluten-free biscuits are perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and some patience, you’ll create the most satisfying biscuits, ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a savory side. Plus, they freeze wonderfully for future cravings!
Servings: 12 biscuits
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Chilling time: 45 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 cups (560 g) gluten-free flour blend (preferably with xanthan gum)
- ¼ cup (45 g) baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 3 sticks (¾ lb or 339 g) cold butter, sliced into ¼-inch pieces
- 2 large eggs, cold
- 1¾ cups (420 ml) cold buttermilk (full-fat for best results)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Directions
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
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Incorporate Butter: Add the cold butter slices to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to incorporate the butter until pea-sized pieces remain. The butter should stay cold to ensure flaky layers.
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Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cold buttermilk and eggs.
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Make the Dough: Pour the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture and stir gently with a wooden spoon until just combined. The dough will be slightly wet; if needed, add 1-2 teaspoons of buttermilk at a time until the dough comes together.
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Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes, or for best results, overnight. This step helps the dough firm up and develop the right texture.
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Shape the Biscuits: Remove the dough from the refrigerator. On a lightly floured surface, gently knead the dough and roll or pat it out to 1½-2 inches thickness. Use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits.
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Arrange the Biscuits: Place the biscuits close together in a large round baking pan or any suitable bakeware to encourage them to rise. Refrigerate the cut-out biscuits for an additional 15-30 minutes while the oven preheats.
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Bake: Brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the biscuits are lightly browned and well risen.
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Cool and Serve: Allow the biscuits to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy their soft, buttery texture!
Storage Tips
These gluten-free biscuits freeze beautifully! Simply wrap them individually or place them in a freezer bag, ensuring excess air is removed. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months—perfect for whenever the craving strikes!
Enjoy these warm and fresh out of the oven, paired with your favorite jam, or as a delicious side with any meal!
