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Popeyes Biscuit Recipe

Warm, flaky biscuits with buttery richness and a lightly crisp exterior.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 10 biscuits
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter for brushing

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rolling pin
  • Cookie cutter or sharp knife
  • Brush for butter

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  4. Add 1/4 cup cold cubed unsalted butter and cut it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
  5. Pour in 3/4 cup buttermilk and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll to about 1-inch thickness.
  7. Use a cookie cutter or sharp knife to cut biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes in the preheated oven until golden brown.
  9. Remove from oven and brush tops with 2 tablespoons melted butter. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve as a side dish or enjoy with jam or honey for extra flavor.