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Grandad's Recipe for Easy Biscuits

Published: Sep 25, 2023 · Modified: Dec 12, 2023 by Tabetha Klein · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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Different from so many of my other articles or recipes on my site, this recipe for easy biscuits wasn't made with the world in mind. Honestly, I don't even mind if you don't like it. I made it for me... This one is for you, Grandad!

3 biscuits on a wooden tray

Our whole family loves these biscuits, especially covered in homemade strawberry compote. Every single time we went to visit Grandad he'd make them and we would fight over them. Literally, holding back tears. Feel free to make fun of me now.

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Ingredients

Being this is a recipe for easy biscuits, it should have minimal ingredients. This one has two.

bag of Southern Biscuit Formula L Biscuit Mix on a wooden background
  • Southern Biscuit Mix - Formula L: I linked to it, but it's cheaper at the store if you live in the South and can find it.
  • Buttermilk: Full fat, because you only live once.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl: To keep the mess minimal.
  • Your Hands: Your built-in spatula.
  • Biscuit Cutter or Mason Jar Lid: Use what you have to cut your biscuits to size. A pint glass will also work in a pinch.

Step By Step

Step 1

ingredients for making easy buttermilk biscuits

In a large bowl add 3 ¼ cups of biscuit mix. Don't forget to take off any rings as well so they don't get gummed up!

Step 2

mixing biscuit dough by hand

Add 1 ¼ cups of buttermilk, and with a shaggy hand, start to mix together.

Step 3

biscuit mixed dumped onto table

Sprinkle a little extra biscuit mix onto the counter and turn your bowl over.

Step 4

cutting out biscuit shapes with 3" cutter

Gentle pat with your hands, until about ½" thick.

Step 5

biscuits being cut into circles, and moved to a sheet tray

Using a 3" cutter or the lid of a mason jar, cut out your biscuits and move to a lined backing sheet

Step 6

baked biscuits on parchment paper

Cook at 425 degrees for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.

At this point, you can brush them with a little melted salted butter and eat them right away. Or you can follow along with what we did this particular Saturday morning and make Chorizo Sausage Gravy.

Chorizo Sausage Gravy

Variations

My brothers and I always joked that Grandad's "secret ingredient" was a little dirt from the garden. Some people think it's super funny, others get really grossed out. Our official recommendation is to wash your hands, haha.

Joking aside, the only thing that makes these biscuits better is being brushed with salted butter as soon as they come out of the oven.

Family Recipe Tips

Ask for the Recipe: When food is your family's love language, make sure to learn the recipe. Write it down, make 10 copies, and lock one in a safe.

old handwritten recipe, framed and hung next to rolling pin and apron

I asked my Grandma if I could go through her recipe box a few years back. Sifted through all her handwritten favorites and asked if I could keep them. She thought it was the silliest thing ever. I think it's the best part of the kitchen.

Take Notes or a Video: Recipes are just a list of ingredients and instructions. The hands behind them make them extra delicious. Make sure not to lose the little tips and tricks that make it special.

Make Them Often: Every single time I make these biscuits I think of my Grandad, the cabin, and the best parts of my childhood. Sometimes you need pops of joy, and smell and taste can bring you right back to those perfect little moments.

6 biscuits on a sheet tray lined with parchment

Serve With

  • Strawberry Compote being spooned onto brioche toast
    Easy Strawberry Compote Recipe: A Quick Homemade Sauce
  • A spoonful of Berry Compote from a glass jar
    Quick Mixed Berry Compote Recipe: Super Simple
  • Blueberry compote on a spoon laying on a table
    Easy Blueberry Compote Recipe with Fresh Blueberries

Meet the Family

These are my lovely Grandparents. They brought me homegrown flowers to every musical, play, or pageant when I was little. I'm happy to say Grandma is still going strong! We spent this past Thanksgiving at the family Cabin together, and I made sure to go big.

Tabi, and her Grandparents

Grandad passed away before Jon and I got married. He loved to work with his hands, hence gardening and building my favorite place in the world, our Family Cabin. His ashes rest in his garden there. Next to a bench where everyone can still go and talk to him. *actually crying now*

On one of our last trips, I was cleaning out the kitchen cabinets and found the back of the Southern Biscuit Mix package at the bottom of a drawer. I gasped, yelled, and cried. I got a little bit of my Grandad back that day.

cut out of an old biscuit recipe

Hopefully, you enjoy this recipe and stick around to see what other yummy recipes we design to go along with these treasured biscuits. Love you Grandad!

FAQ

How many biscuits does this recipe make?

Exactly eight 3" biscuits! In our last batch I had absolutely no dough left, with 8 perfect 3" biscuits. The bag mentions it will make twelve 2" biscuits, but we haven't tried that size yet.

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3 biscuits on a wooden tray

Grandad's Recipe for Easy Biscuits

This is Grandad's recipe for easy biscuits. With secret ingredients like the perfect biscuit mix, buttermilk, and a whole lot of love.
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Recipe by - Tabetha Klein
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Biscuits
Calories 279 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 2 Hands - or whatever you got!
  • 1 Biscuit Cutter - or mason jar lid
  • Parchment Paper - or foil

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ¼ cup Southern Biscuit Formula L Mix
  • 1 ¼ cup Buttermilk - full fat
  • 1 tablespoon Salted Butter - optional - melted

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 450°F (220°C).
  • Combine the biscuit mix and buttermilk in a bowl. Using as few strokes as possible (I use my hands) mix until combined.
    mixing biscuit dough by hand
  • Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently smash the dough to ½" thick with your hands.
    biscuit mixed dumped onto table
  • Using a flowered biscuit cutter, cut biscuits and place them on a baking sheet.
    cutting out biscuit shapes with 3" cutter
  • To use the leftover dough from the 1st cut, gently smush together the cut sides. Almost curling them into one another, lightly smush, and cut again.
    biscuits being cut into circles, and moved to a sheet tray
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned brush the tops of melted butter for extra richness.
    3 biscuits on a wooden tray

Notes

Southern Biscuit Mix - Formula L: This particular mix is a staple in Southern kitchens and is the backbone of this recipe. If you can't find it, you can use a blend of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt as a substitute. But trust me, the Formula L mix adds that authentic Southern touch.
Buttermilk: Using full-fat buttermilk not only adds richness but also reacts with the leavening agents in the biscuit mix to create a fluffier biscuit. If you're in a pinch, you can make your own buttermilk by adding a tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to a cup of whole milk.
Hand Mixing: The recipe calls for mixing the dough with your hands. This is crucial. Overmixing with a machine can activate the gluten in the flour, making your biscuits tough instead of tender.
Thickness Matters: When patting out your dough, aim for about ½" thickness. This ensures that your biscuits will rise enough but won't turn into biscuit skyscrapers.
Temperature: Cooking at 425°F ensures a quick rise and a beautiful golden-brown top. Make sure your oven is fully preheated before popping them in.
Butter: Brushing the biscuits with salted butter right out of the oven adds a layer of flavor and gives them a beautiful sheen. It's like the cherry on top!
Family Tips: This recipe is more than just ingredients and steps; it's a family heirloom. Feel free to add your personal touches and make it your own. After all, the secret ingredient is always love.

Nutrition

Calories: 279kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 756mgPotassium: 149mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 123IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 149mgIron: 2mg
Keyword biscuits,, Breakfast, southern
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  1. Thomas says

    September 26, 2023 at 10:58 am

    5 stars
    Had these for a morning breakfast. You can’t sit down and have just one as they’re that good. Throw chorizo gravy on them and you’ve hit biscuit paradise.

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  2. Tressa says

    September 26, 2023 at 12:36 pm

    5 stars
    Stop it, these were so good! I cannot wait to make these a part of my family's rotation for special breakfast meals.

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