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Easy Biscuit Mix

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This homemade biscuit mix is a pantry essential that allows you to whip up fresh, flaky Southern biscuits with just the addition of buttermilk. Made with simple staples like all-purpose flour, shortening, and baking powder, it ensures a tender crumb and golden crust every time. Perfect for Sunday brunches, holiday gatherings, or a quick weeknight dinner side, this mix keeps your baking routine effortless. The subtle sweetness from the sugar complements savory toppings like butter and jam beautifully. Store it in an airtight container for quick access, and enjoy bakery-quality results right from your kitchen without the hassle of measuring dry ingredients each time.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 3255.4
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This homemade biscuit mix is a pantry essential that allows you to whip up fresh, flaky Southern biscuits with just the addition of buttermilk. Made with simple staples like all-purpose flour, shortening, and baking powder, it ensures a tender crumb and golden crust every time. Perfect for Sunday brunches, holiday gatherings, or a quick weeknight dinner side, this mix keeps your baking routine effortless. The subtle sweetness from the sugar complements savory toppings like butter and jam beautifully. Store it in an airtight container for quick access, and enjoy bakery-quality results right from your kitchen without the hassle of measuring dry ingredients each time.
Ingredients
  • 10 cups All purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 2 cups Shortening
  • 1/4 cups Sugar
  • 1/3 cups Baking powder
Directions
  1. 1
    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until evenly combined.
  2. 2
    Add the shortening to the flour mixture.
  3. 3
    Using a pastry blender, two forks, or your fingertips, cut the shortening into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining.
  4. 4
    Transfer the mix to an airtight container or a heavy-duty freezer bag.
  5. 5
    Store at room temperature for up to 6 weeks, or freeze for up to 6 months.
  6. 6
    To make biscuits, mix 1 cup of the dry mix with 1/2 cup of buttermilk, knead gently, and bake at 450&# 194;°F (232°C) for 12-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 3255.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 126.0g194%
Saturated Fat 42.0g210%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2812.0mg118%
Total Carbohydrate 461.4g154%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g65%
Sugars 1.8g
Protein 60.0g120%

* 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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