Imagine biting into a warm, flaky biscuit that's infused with bright, zesty orange and topped with a luxuriously smooth citrus butter that melts instantly on your tongue. These aren't just ordinary biscuits - they're a culinary experience that transforms a simple breakfast or afternoon tea into a gourmet moment of pure bliss. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, these Butter Biscuits with Orange Butter will elevate your cooking game and impress everyone at your table with minimal effort and maximum flavor!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup orange zest
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent the biscuits from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until they are well blended.
- Add the 1/2 cup of cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overwork the dough; you want to keep some small pieces of butter for flakiness.
- Pour in the 3/4 cup of milk and add the 1/4 cup of orange zest. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough just comes together. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it is smooth. Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
- Using a biscuit cutter or a floured glass, cut out biscuits from the dough. Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each one. Gather any scraps of dough, re-pat, and cut out additional biscuits until all the dough is used.
- Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top. Keep an eye on them towards the end of the baking time to ensure they do not overbake.
- While the biscuits are baking, prepare the orange butter. In a small bowl, combine the 1/4 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1/4 cup of powdered sugar. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Add a pinch of salt and the remaining orange zest to the butter mixture, and stir to combine. Adjust the sweetness by adding more powdered sugar if desired.
- Once the biscuits are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.
- Serve the warm biscuits with the orange butter spread on top. Enjoy your delicious Butter Biscuits with Orange Butter!
Tips
- Keep your butter cold: The key to flaky biscuits is using very cold butter and handling it minimally. Cold butter creates steam pockets during baking, resulting in a light, airy texture.
- Don't overwork the dough: Mix just until ingredients are combined. Overworking develops gluten, which can make biscuits tough instead of tender.
- Use fresh baking powder: Ensure your baking powder is fresh for maximum rise and fluffiness.
- Use a light touch when cutting biscuits: Press straight down with your cutter, don't twist, to help biscuits rise evenly.
- For extra shine, brush the tops with a little milk or egg wash before baking.
- Serve biscuits warm for the best taste and texture - they're always most delicious fresh out of the oven!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 40mg
