Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Soft Lemon Biscuits that you can make at home! These biscuits are fluffy, buttery, and have a refreshing lemon flavor.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sugar (plus extra for topping)
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 2/3 cup milk (you can also use buttermilk for a richer flavor)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional, for extra zing)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and lemon zest.
- Cut in the butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.
- Add the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl or measuring cup, combine the milk, vanilla extract, and lemon juice (if using). Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients.
- Stir the dough: Gently stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should still be a bit lumpy.
- Shape the biscuits: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat it into a rectangle (about 1/2-inch thick). Fold the dough over itself a couple of times (this helps create flaky layers), then gently roll or pat it out again. Use a round biscuit cutter (about 2 inches in diameter) to cut out biscuits. Place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Optional topping: Sprinkle a little sugar on top of the biscuits for a sweet finish.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top and cooked through.
- Serve: Allow the biscuits to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm with butter or jam!
These soft lemon biscuits are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack!
