Copycat KFC Biscuits:

KFC biscuits, with their golden-brown tops and buttery, flaky interiors, are a comfort food staple loved by many. Now, you can recreate the magic of these beloved biscuits at home with this copycat KFC biscuits recipe. These biscuits are incredibly easy to make and are sure to be a hit at your breakfast table, as a side for dinner, or simply as a satisfying snack. In this recipe, we’ll guide you through creating your own batch of KFC-inspired biscuits that will have you reaching for seconds.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 3/4 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with 1 tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice)
• Additional melted butter for brushing (optional)

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). While the oven is preheating, place an empty baking sheet or a cast-iron skillet inside to heat up.

Step 2: Prepare the Dry Ingredients

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to ensure even distribution of the dry ingredients.

Step 3: Cut in the Butter

1. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients.
2. Using a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingertips, work the butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. You should have small pea-sized pieces of butter throughout the mixture.

Step 4: Add the Buttermilk

1. Pour in the buttermilk (or milk with vinegar/lemon juice) and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want the dough to be shaggy.

Step 5: Knead the Dough

1. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
2. Gently knead the dough a few times, folding it over onto itself and pressing down. This will help create layers in your biscuits.

Step 6: Roll and Cut the Biscuits

1. Roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness.
2. Using a round biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out biscuits from the dough. Avoid twisting the cutter; this can seal the edges and inhibit rising.
3. Place the cut biscuits onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet or another flat surface for easy transfer.

Step 7: Bake the Biscuits

1. Carefully remove the preheated baking sheet or skillet from the oven.
2. Place the biscuits on the hot surface, ensuring they are touching each other. This will help them rise and develop soft sides.
3. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.

Step 8: Optional Butter Brushing

1. If desired, brush the hot biscuits with melted butter as soon as they come out of the oven. This step adds extra richness and flavor.

Step 9: Serve and Enjoy

1. Allow the biscuits to cool slightly before serving. They are best enjoyed warm, either on their own or with your favorite topping, like butter, jam, or honey.

 

These copycat KFC biscuits bring the delightful taste of buttery, flaky goodness right to your kitchen. Whether enjoyed for breakfast, as a side with dinner, or as a satisfying snack, these biscuits are sure to please. With their golden-brown tops and soft, buttery interiors, they’re a comfort food classic that you can easily make at home. So, whip up a batch of these KFC-inspired biscuits and savor the homemade goodness.