Cream Biscuits

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Flaky, tender Southern biscuits made with heavy cream for a rich, golden finish
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Cream Biscuits

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 1161.6

Description

These classic Southern cream biscuits are the ultimate comfort food, offering a perfect balance of flaky layers and tender crumb. Unlike traditional buttermilk biscuits, this recipe uses heavy cream, which creates a richer flavor and a softer texture without needing a separate fat source like shortening. The key is to keep everything cold and handle the dough as little as possible to ensure they rise high and stay fluffy. They are incredibly versatile, serving as the perfect vessel for hot gravy, butter, or jam. Ideal for a hearty breakfast, a brunch centerpiece, or a side dish for roast chicken, these homemade biscuits bring a touch of rustic elegance to any table. Simple ingredients yield impressive results every time.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC).
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, salt, cream of tartar, and baking soda to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
  3. Cut the cold butter into small cubes and work it into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces remaining.
  4. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the cream or half-and-half.
  5. Stir gently with a fork just until the dough comes together; do not overmix, as this will make the biscuits tough.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for no more than 5-10 strokes to form a soft ball.
  7. Pat or roll the dough out to about 3/4-inch thickness.
  8. Use a 2-inch round cutter to cut out biscuits, pressing straight down without twisting to help them rise evenly.
  9. Place the biscuits close together on an ungreased baking sheet to encourage upward growth.
  10. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
  11. Serve immediately while warm and fluffy.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1161.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36.1g56%
Saturated Fat 21.3g107%
Cholesterol 88.7mg30%
Sodium 5001.4mg209%
Total Carbohydrate 185.9g62%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g26%
Sugars 4.1g
Protein 25.9g52%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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