Mile High Biscuits

stack of two biscuits with a red jelly on top

5 from 1 vote

These fluffy, buttery Mile High Biscuits are such a delicious addition to any meal. Use them to build a sandwich, top with sausage gravy or lather with butter and honey!

Prep Time15

Cook Time12

Total Time27

Course: bread

Cuisine: American

Keyword: biscuits

Servings: biscuits

Calories: 285.62kcal

Author: Kelsey Byrnes

Ingredients

3 cups flour
2 tablespoons sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup shortening*
1/2 cup butter
1 egg
1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons melted butter for topping optional

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cream of tartar and salt.
Use a pastry cutter (or fork) to cut the shortening and butter into the dry ingredients.
Once the shortening and butter are in pea-sized pieces, add the egg and milk.
Stir until just combined.
Dump the biscuit dough onto a surface that has been dusted with flour.
Use a rolling pin to flatten the dough to about 1-inch thickness.
Cut into circles with a biscuit cutter or use a knife to cut into squares. (I use a 2 1/2" biscuit cutter)
Place biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until a light golden brown.
Brush with melted butter, if desired. Enjoy warm!

Notes

*Can replace with additional butter

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