Easy Baking Powder Biscuits Recipe

Summary

CuisineCourse
MethodDish

Ingredients

 All purpose flour2 Cup (32 tbs)
 Baking powder1 Tablespoon
 Salt1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Shortening1⁄3 Cup (5.33 tbs)
 Milk3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 1624 Calories from Fat 674

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 76 g117.3%

Saturated Fat 20.6 g103.1%

Trans Fat 9 g

Cholesterol 16.9 mg5.6%

Sodium 2228.4 mg92.9%

Total Carbohydrates 203 g67.8%

Dietary Fiber 6.8 g27.1%

Sugars 9.6 g

Protein 31 g62.6%

Vitamin A 3.5% Vitamin C

Calcium 133.5% Iron 74.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

In bowl stir together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cut in shortening till mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Make a well in dry mixture; add milk all at once.
Stir with fork just till dough clings together.
Knead gently on lightly floured surface (10 to 12 strokes).
Roll or pat dough to 1/2-inch thickness.
Cut with 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter; dip cutter in flour between cuts.
Bake on ungreased baking sheet at 450° till golden, 10 to 12 minutes.
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