Best 7 Easy Drop Biscuits Recipes

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Creating light and fluffy drop biscuits is a skill that home bakers of all levels can master. This delectable treat, often served as a side dish or paired with hearty soups and stews, is a versatile culinary gem that can be easily prepared with just a few simple ingredients. From classic Southern recipes passed down through generations to modern takes with unique flavor combinations, the world of drop biscuits is an exciting culinary adventure waiting to be explored. In this article, we will guide you through the process of making perfect drop biscuits, providing tips and tricks to ensure each batch turns out golden brown and irresistible, whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY BAKING POWDER DROP BISCUITS



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These are the best breakfast biscuits, easy and perfect for sausage gravy!

Provided by CookieeMonster13

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Biscuits

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon white sugar
½ cup chilled butter, diced
1 ¼ cups whole milk

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Cut in the cold butter with a knife or pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add milk a little at a time, stirring lightly between additions.
  • Drop the batter by spoonfuls onto a cookie sheet, and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the tops are golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 263.5 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

EASY CORNMEAL DROP BISCUITS



Easy Cornmeal Drop Biscuits image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Yield Makes 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup fine yellow cornmeal
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold, cut into small pieces
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Using a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with a few larger clumps remaining.
  • Pour in milk; using a rubber spatula, fold milk into dough, working in all directions and incorporating crumbs at the bottom of the bowl, until dough just comes together. The dough will be slightly sticky; do not overmix.
  • With two large spoons, drop mounds of dough (about 1/3 cup each) about 1 1/2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake, rotating sheet halfway through, until biscuits are golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Slide parchment and biscuits onto a wire rack to cool.

EASY SOUR CREAM DROP BISCUITS



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These are soo yummy.(and easy too!!) They go really good with casseroles, stew, soup or chile. Sometimes I add cheese :)

Provided by DaniellaBella

Categories     Breads

Time 18m

Yield 12 buscuits, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups flour
1 tablespoon sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2/3 cup milk
2/3 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Grease Cookie Sheet, and Heat oven to 450°F.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine first 4 ingreds. Mix very well.
  • Add milk, oil and sour cream. Mix well.
  • Drop spoons of dough onto greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 450 for 10-15 minutes.
  • Serve Warm.

EASY CHEESE DROP BISCUITS



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It's hard to believe that these buttery bites call for only a few items. "I keep the ingredients for these biscuits on hand because my sons just love them," writes Marla Miller from Englewood, Tennessee.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup butter, melted
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients until blended. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 21g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 461mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

EASY DROP BISCUITS



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One day I had company coming and realized I had run out of biscuit mix. I'd never made biscuits from scratch before, but I decided to give this easy drop biscuit recipe a try. Now this is the only way I make them! -Sharon Evans, Clear Lake, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening
2/3 cup 2% milk
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk milk and egg. Stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. , Drop by 1/4 cupfuls 2 in. apart onto an ungreased baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 271mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

FAST & EASY LOW FAT DROP BISCUITS



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These are easy and fast to make in your food processor (though you could do it by hand). They are slightly non-traditional biscuits in that they don't use shortening, but they are very tasty and work great when dunked into soup.

Provided by ladypit

Categories     Breads

Time 23m

Yield 14 biscuits

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup nonfat sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
  • Put the flour, baking powder& baking soda, and salt into your food processor.
  • (Or you can do it by hand. The food processor is much easier, though.) Pulse once or twice to mix.
  • Then add the oil and pulse a few times until it appears mixed.
  • Add the sour cream and pulse until the dough comes together (sort of into a ball but not really).
  • Drop by spoonfuls onto a cookie sheet you have sprayed with non-stick spray.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly browned.

EASY PARMESAN CHIVE DROP BISCUITS



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I had some fresh chives left over that I wanted to use, and just threw this together. I was pleasantly surprised by the result, these little biscuits are very moist and flavorful. I made mine with fresh chives, but I'm fairly certain that the dried ones would be just as good. They would be good with a variety of main dishes, but I've been eating them as a snack. They're good with butter, but better with a dab of mayo.

Provided by Bayoaksprincess

Categories     Breads

Time 15m

Yield 12-18 biscuits, 12-18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 1/4 cups Bisquick
2/3 cup 2% low-fat milk
1 tablespoon chives, chopped
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1/4 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in a medium sized bowl.
  • Use a cookie baller or spoon to drop onto a greased cookie sheet (I just spray with Pam).
  • Bake at 450 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ingredients. Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best results. Make sure your baking powder is fresh and active.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the biscuits tough. Mix the dough just until it comes together.
  • Drop the dough onto the baking sheet. Use a large spoon or cookie scoop to drop the dough onto the baking sheet. Make sure the biscuits are evenly spaced.
  • Bake the biscuits until they are golden brown. The baking time will vary depending on the size of the biscuits. Check them after 10-12 minutes.
  • Serve the biscuits warm. Drop biscuits are best served warm from the oven. You can top them with butter, honey, or jam.

Conclusion:

Drop biscuits are a quick and easy bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are a versatile food that can be served with a variety of toppings. Follow these tips to make the best drop biscuits.

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