Bacon biscuits are a delicious and savory breakfast treat that combines the flaky, buttery goodness of a biscuit with the smoky, salty flavor of bacon. These biscuits are easy to make and perfect for a weekend brunch or weekday breakfast on the go.
How To Make:
To make bacon biscuits, you'll need some basic ingredients such as flour, baking powder, salt, butter, milk, and of course, bacon. Begin by preheating your oven to 425°F and frying up some bacon in a pan until it's crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and set it aside, reserving some of the bacon greases to use in the biscuit dough.
Next, mix together the dry ingredients in a large bowl: 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cut in 1/2 cup of cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add in the cooked bacon, chopped into small pieces, and mix to combine.
Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in 3/4 cup of cold milk and 2 tablespoons of the reserved bacon grease. Mix everything together until a soft dough forms. The dough should come together after being gently kneaded a few times on a floured surface.
Roll out the dough to a 1/2-inch thickness and use a biscuit cutter to cut out rounds. After placing the rounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush the tops of each with melted butter. Bake the biscuits for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown and well cooked.
Tips and Variations:
Tips:
Use cold butter and cold milk for flakier biscuits.
Don't overwork the dough, as this can result in tough biscuits. Only enough kneading is required to bring the dough together.
Use a sharp biscuit cutter to cut out rounds. Press straight down and avoid twisting, which can seal the edges and prevent the biscuits from rising properly.
Brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter or an egg wash for a shiny, golden finish.
Serve the biscuits warm for the best flavor and texture.
Variations:
Add shredded cheddar cheese to the biscuit dough for extra flavor.
Substitute some of the all-purpose flour for cornmeal or whole wheat flour for a heartier biscuit.
Add chopped scallions or herbs such as thyme or rosemary to the dough for added freshness.
Make mini bacon biscuits by using a smaller biscuit cutter. These are great for parties or brunch buffets.
Make a breakfast sandwich by slicing the bacon biscuits in half and adding scrambled eggs and cheese.
Make a sweet and savory version by adding a drizzle of honey on top of the warm biscuits.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Cut up half a cup of cold, unsalted butter.
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt thoroughly in a large mixing bowl.
Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the crumbled cheddar cheese and diced bacon, and mix well. Add the buttermilk, then whisk just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 1-2 minutes until the dough comes together.
Roll out the dough to a 1-inch thickness and cut out biscuits using a 2-3 inch biscuit cutter.
Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving about 2 inches of space between each biscuit.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let the biscuits cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving.