The Foolproof Way to Bake 2 Ingredient Biscuits

A golden biscuit sliced open with a pat of butter inside, being drizzled with honey. Crumbs are scattered on the white plate, and more biscuits are visible in the background.

The Foolproof Way to Bake 2 Ingredient Biscuits

2 ingredient biscuits are a fluffy, buttery soft Southern classic that is quick and foolproof. Made with self-rising flour and heavy cream, they are perfect for breakfast, dinner, or last minute hosting. Serve warm with butter, honey, or jam to create simple, memorable moments around the table.

Course Appetizer, Breakfast, Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword baking, comfort food, easy, quick

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 22

Servings biscuits

Calories 160

Author Gina Dickson

Ingredients

2 cups flour such as White Lily, plus extra for dusting, about 10 1/2 ounces, self-rising , soft wheat
1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream more for brushing
Salted butter for serving
Honey for serving

Instructions

Preheat the Oven

Preheat oven to 450°F.
Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Make the Dough

Measure out the flour and gently sift it into a large bowl.
2 cups flour
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently with a wooden spoon.
1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
Mix until just combined and slightly lumpy (about 1 to 2 minutes).

Roll Out the Dough

Lightly flour a work surface and turn the dough out onto it.
Gently shape the dough into a loose ball, adding more flour if too sticky.

Cut the Biscuits

Using a rolling pin, roll dough to about 3/4-inch thickness.
Cut out rounds using a 2 1/4-inch biscuit cutter, dipping the cutter in flour between cuts.
Reroll scraps once to make 12 biscuits total.

Brush and Bake

Place biscuits about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly brush the tops with heavy cream.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown.

Serve and Enjoy

Brush warm biscuits with melted butter.
Salted butter
Serve with honey, jam, or your favorite toppings.
Honey

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