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Churchs Honey Biscuits

These Churchs Honey Biscuits are irresistibly flaky and sweet! Perfectly paired with fried chicken or enjoyed warm with honey.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup butter cold
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 2/3 cup whole milk
  • 1/3 cup honey

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rolling Pin
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Step 2: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cream of tartar. Whisk until blended.
  4. Step 4: Cut in the vegetable shortening and butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Step 5: Make a well in the center and add milk and honey. Stir gently until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 1 inch apart.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown on top.
  8. Step 8: Let cool slightly on a wire rack, serve warm with honey or butter.

Notes

  • Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • Freezing unbaked biscuits is easy; just bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
  • Wrap biscuits in foil to reheat in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes.