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Loveless Cafe Biscuit Recipe
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Loveless Cafe Biscuit Recipe

Biscuits always bring a warm feeling to the table. And when we talk about biscuits, Loveless Cafe's Biscuit Recipe stand out. They are soft, buttery, and full of Southern charm.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course: Biscuit, Breakfast, Brunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190

Ingredients
  

  • Flour = 02 cups all-purpose
  • Baking Powder = 01 tablespoon
  • Baking Soda = 1/2 teaspoon
  • Salt = 1/2 teaspoon
  • Cold Unsalted Butter = 06 tablespoons cut into pieces
  • Cold Buttermilk = 3/4 cup
  • Extra Flour for dusting surface
  • Melted Butter for brushing tops (Optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fork or Pastry Cutter
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Biscuit Cutter or Round Glass
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven
  • Pastry Brush (for butter) (Optional)
  • Rolling Pin (hands work fine too) (Optional) 

Method
 

  1. Step by Step Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
  1. Set your oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Let it heat.
Step 2: Combine Dry Items
  1. In a large bowl, add flour, baking powder, soda, and salt.
Step 3: Add Cold Butter
  1. Drop in small butter pieces.
  2. Keep them very cold.
Step 4: Cut Butter into Flour
  1. Use a fork to press butter into the flour.
Step 5: Mix to Crumb Stage
  1. Blend until the mix looks like small soft crumbs.
Step 6: Add Buttermilk
  1. Pour in cold buttermilk.
  2. Stir softly with a spoon.
Step 7: Bring Dough Together
  1. Mix just enough for the dough to hold shape.
Step 8: Place on Floured Board
  1. Sprinkle flour on a clean surface.
  2. Place dough on it.
Step 9: Flatten the Dough
  1. Gently press it down until it's 1-inch thick.
Step 10: Cut Out Biscuits
  1. Use a cutter or glass to cut round shapes.
Step 11: Arrange on Tray
  1. Set biscuits on a baking tray close to each other.
Step 12: Bake Until Golden
  1. Place in the oven.
  2. Bake for 12–15 minutes till golden.
Step 13: Add Butter on Top
  1. Brush the tops with melted butter, if you like.
Step 14: Serve Fresh
  1. Serve warm.
  2. Enjoy with jam, butter, or gravy!
Servings and Preparation Times
  1. Preparation Time: 10 minutes
  2. Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
  3. Total Time: 25 minutes
  4. Servings: This recipe makes about 8 to 10 biscuits. You can double the recipe if you need more.

Notes

  • Use Cold Ingredients: Use very cold butter and buttermilk.
  • Don’t Over-Knead: Don’t knead the dough too much.
  • Handle Dough Gently: A light touch makes soft, fluffy biscuits.
  • Cut Biscuits Properly: Cut straight down with your cutter—no twisting.
  • Place Biscuits Close: Place biscuits close on the tray for taller rise.
  • Brush with Butter: Brush with butter for golden color and rich flavor.