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Buttery Drop Biscuits
Tender yet crisp outside and buttery and light inside. Use as a base for our summery Mixed Berry Shortcake or serve with butter and jam for a scone-style brunch treat.
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Ingredients
2 cups (240 grams) all-purpose flour
1
3 cup sugar2 teaspoons baking powder
1
2 teaspoon kosher salt1
4 teaspoon baking soda2 Land O Lakes® Butter, cut into pieces
3 cup1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
4 cup buttermilk
Additional sugar for sprinkling, if desired
*Substitute 2 teaspoons vinegar or lemon juice plus enough milk to equal 3/4 cup. Let stand 5 minutes.
How to make
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STEP 1
Heat oven to 425°F.
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STEP 2
Combine flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda in large bowl. Cut in butter with pastry blender or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in lemon zest. Stir in buttermilk until well combined.
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STEP 3
Drop by 1/2 cupfuls onto parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle tops generously with additional sugar, if desired. Bake 12-15 minutes or until deep golden brown.
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STEP 4
Store any leftovers in covered container at room temperature.
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