Description
Classic 7UP Biscuits are quick and easy to make, combining the light fizz of 7UP with butter and flour to create fluffy, flaky biscuits perfect for breakfast or as a side to any meal. These biscuits come together fast without the need for buttermilk and yield a tender crumb with a golden-brown crust.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup cold butter, cut into tablespoons
- ¾ cup 7UP soda
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking fluffy biscuits.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly spray the bottom of an 8×8 inch glass baking dish with nonstick spray to prevent the biscuits from sticking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt thoroughly to remove all lumps and create an even mixture.
- Cut in Butter: Add the cold butter pieces to the flour mixture. Toss to coat the butter with flour, then use a fork to break up the butter until the mixture is crumbly and the butter pieces are roughly pea-sized.
- Chill the Mixture: Place the bowl containing the crumbly butter and flour mixture into the freezer for a few minutes to keep the butter cold, which is essential for flaky biscuits.
- Add 7UP and Form Dough: Remove the bowl from the freezer and pour in the 7UP. Stir gently to form a cohesive dough ball without overmixing, preserving the flakiness.
- Roll and Cut Dough: Lightly flour a surface and roll or pat the dough into a rough 9×9 inch square. Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into nine equal squares in a tic-tac-toe pattern.
- Arrange and Bake: Place the biscuit squares close together in the prepared baking dish, sides touching. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is very cold to create flaky layers in the biscuits.
- Do not overwork the dough to avoid tough biscuits.
- You can substitute the 7UP with any lemon-lime soda for a similar effect.
- Baking at a high temperature helps to create a nice rise and crust.
- Serve warm with butter, jam, or honey for the best taste experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: 7UP biscuits, quick biscuits, flaky biscuits, soda biscuits, easy breakfast recipe, homemade biscuits
