How to Make the Absolute Easiest Ever Biscuits
How to Make the Absolute Easiest Ever Biscuits is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 300 calories per serving. Recipe by America's Test Kitchen on YouTube.
Prep: 9 min | Cook: 21 min | Total: 40 min
Cost: $3.38 total, $0.85 per serving
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
- 4 teaspoons Granulated Sugar (for browning, not sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon Baking Powder (leavening agent)
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking Soda (adds flavor and browning)
- 1.25 teaspoons Salt (enhances flavor)
- 2 cups Heavy Cream (36% fat, heated to 95‑100°F before mixing)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted, for brushing finished biscuits)
- 1 spray Cooking Spray (lightly coats 1/3‑cup measure to prevent sticking)
Instructions
Preheat Oven
Set the oven to 450°F and let it preheat on the upper‑middle rack.
Time: PT10M
Temperature: 450°F
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a mixing bowl whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
Time: PT2M
Heat Heavy Cream
Place the heavy cream in a microwave‑safe container and heat for about 60 seconds, or until it reaches 95‑100°F (38‑38°C).
Time: PT1M
Temperature: 95-100°F
Mix Cream into Dry Ingredients
Pour the warm cream into the dry mixture and stir with a spatula until the dough is smooth and no dry flour remains.
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Prepare Measuring Cup
Lightly spray the 1/3‑cup measuring cup with cooking spray to prevent the dough from sticking.
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Portion and Drop Biscuits
Scoop the dough with the greased 1/3‑cup measure and drop it onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing biscuits about 2 inches apart. Repeat until you have about 10 biscuits.
Time: PT3M
Bake Biscuits
Bake the biscuits for 10‑12 minutes, rotating the sheet halfway through, until the tops are golden brown.
Time: PT11M
Temperature: 450°F
Brush with Butter
Remove the biscuits from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted unsalted butter for flavor and shine.
Time: PT1M
Cool Slightly
Transfer the biscuits to a cooling rack and let them rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Time: PT5M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 300
- Protein
- 1.6 g
- Carbohydrates
- 22.6 g
- Fat
- 7.2 g
- Fiber
- 1.2 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian
Allergens: Wheat, Dairy
Last updated: April 17, 2026








