Published Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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Homestyle Biscuits - USDA
Makes: 15 servings
Light and flaky biscuits make excellent additions to holiday meals and family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour (all purpose)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2/3 cup buttermilk (low-fat)
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (+ 1 teaspoon vegetable oil)
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Preheat oven to 450 degF.
- In medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- In small bowl, stir together buttermilk and oil. Pour over flour mixture and stir until well mixed.
- On lightly floured surface, knead dough gently for 10-12 strokes. Roll or pat dough to 3/4-inch thickness. Cut with a 2-inch round biscuit or cookie cutter, dipping cookie cutter in flour between cuts. Transfer biscuits to an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
Source: Heart Healthy Home Cooking: African American Style, US Department of Health and Human Services, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 1 biscuit (33g)
|
Nutrients |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Total Calories |
96 |
|
Total Fat |
3 g |
|
Saturated Fat |
0 g |
|
Cholesterol |
0 mg |
|
Sodium |
146 mg |
|
Carbohydrates |
15 g |
|
Dietary Fiber |
0 g |
|
Total Sugars |
2 g |
|
Added Sugars included |
2 g |
|
Protein |
2 g |
|
Vitamin D |
0 mcg |
|
Calcium |
51 mg |
|
Iron |
1 mg |
|
Potassium |
35 mg |
