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Skillet Blueberry Biscuits: A Deliciously Easy Breakfast or Brunch Recipe

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Delight in these fluffy and buttery skillet blueberry biscuits, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack. Bursting with fresh blueberries and a hint of lemon zest, these biscuits are easy to make using a skillet and baked to golden perfection. Serve them warm with butter, honey, or your favorite spread for a delicious treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, if fresh are not available)
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional, for added flavor)

For Finishing:

  • 1 tablespoon milk (for brushing on top)
  • Additional sugar for sprinkling on top (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it is hot and ready for the biscuits to bake evenly and rise properly.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar until well blended, creating a uniform mixture for the biscuits.
  3. Cut in the Butter: Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with small pea-sized pieces of butter throughout, which will help create a flaky texture.
  4. Add Blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh blueberries (no need to thaw if using frozen) to the crumb mixture, making sure not to overmix to prevent the berries from breaking and discoloring the dough.
  5. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest if using. This wet mixture will add moisture and flavor to the biscuits.
  6. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spoon or spatula just until combined. The dough will be slightly sticky but should hold together.
  7. Flour Your Surface: Lightly flour your clean work surface to prevent sticking, then turn the dough out onto it.
  8. Knead the Dough: Gently fold and knead the dough a few times (about 5-6 folds) to bring it together without overworking it, preserving the biscuit’s tender texture.
  9. Roll Out the Dough: Roll the dough out to about 1-inch thickness. Add a little more flour if the dough is too sticky to handle easily.
  10. Cut the Biscuits: Use a biscuit cutter or a round glass to cut out biscuit rounds. Place the cut biscuits onto a greased or parchment-lined skillet, spacing them slightly apart.
  11. Brush with Milk: Lightly brush the tops of the biscuits with milk to help them brown nicely. Optionally, sprinkle a little sugar on top for a sweet, slightly crunchy finish.
  12. Bake the Biscuits: Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  13. Check for Doneness: Test doneness by inserting a toothpick or skewer into the center of a biscuit. If it comes out clean, the biscuits are fully baked.
  14. Cool Slightly: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the biscuits cool for about 5 minutes in the skillet to set before serving.
  15. Serve Warm: Serve the biscuits warm with butter, honey, maple syrup, or whipped cream for a delightful breakfast or brunch treat.

Notes

  • For best results, use cold butter and avoid overmixing the dough to ensure flaky, tender biscuits.
  • Feel free to substitute other berries like raspberries or blackberries, or add chopped nuts for a variation in flavor and texture.
  • If using frozen blueberries, you do not need to thaw them; fold them in gently to prevent color bleed.
  • Brushing the biscuits with milk before baking helps achieve a golden, glossy crust.
  • Baking in a skillet adds rustic charm and is convenient, but a baking sheet lined with parchment paper can also be used.

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