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🧈 Southern Cream Biscuits: A Classic for Biscuit Lovers
🥖 Introduction
Few things in life bring as much comfort as a warm, buttery biscuit fresh from the oven. Flaky, tender, and golden brown, Southern cream biscuits are a beloved staple that have graced breakfast tables for generations. Whether served with jam, honey, sausage gravy, or a simple pat of butter, these biscuits embody the soul of Southern hospitality — simple ingredients, lovingly prepared.
This recipe is perfect for one or two people but can easily be doubled or tripled for family gatherings, brunches, or cozy weekend mornings when the smell of baking fills your kitchen and makes hearts smile.
🧂 Ingredients
For the Biscuits:
- 3/4 cup self-rising flour (White Lily is traditional and highly recommended)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (make sure it’s heavy whipping cream, not light)
- A little extra flour for dusting the surface
- Butter or margarine, melted (for brushing)
Optional (for extra love):
- A pinch of sugar for a slightly sweet biscuit
- A sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for a savory touch
🍽️ Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Baking sheet
- Pastry brush
- Oven preheated to 500°F (260°C)
🧑🍳 Method / Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
Heat your oven to 500°F (260°C). The high temperature helps create that golden, crisp outside while keeping the inside tender and fluffy. - Mix the Dough
Spoon the self-rising flour into a measuring cup and level it off — don’t pack it in. Place it in a medium-sized bowl. Pour in the heavy cream and gently stir until a soft dough forms.- If the dough feels stiff, add a splash more cream, one tablespoon at a time.
- Shape the Biscuits
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead or pat it out to about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
Use your hands to shape it — these are handmade biscuits, rustic and full of love.
Divide into 3 regular biscuits (or 4 smaller ones, or 2 big “lover’s biscuits” 💞). - Prepare for Baking
Place the biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet, close together for softer sides or spaced apart for crisper edges. Brush the tops with melted butter or margarine. - Bake
Bake in your preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the kitchen smells heavenly. - Finish with Love
Remove from the oven and brush again with melted butter. Let them sit for 1–2 minutes, then serve warm.
🕰️ A Little History
Southern cream biscuits trace their roots to the 19th century American South, where cooks relied on a few humble staples: flour, butter, and cream or milk. The use of self-rising flour — invented in the 1800s — made biscuit-making easier and more reliable.
White Lily flour, milled from soft winter wheat, became a Southern icon because its low protein content produces tender, flaky biscuits every time. What started as a simple farmhouse recipe became a cherished tradition passed from grandmothers to grandchildren — a warm bite of love and legacy.
❤️ Biscuit Lovers’ Corner
Biscuit lovers know: it’s not just about food — it’s about connection.
It’s about sitting across from someone you love, sharing butter, passing the honey, or laughing over coffee while the biscuits steam between you.
Every crumb carries a bit of comfort. Every golden edge tells a story.
🌾 Formation (Science Behind the Biscuit)
- Self-rising flour provides the perfect balance of flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Heavy cream acts as both fat and liquid, replacing the need for separate butter and milk.
- High heat (500°F) gives the biscuits a quick rise and flaky crust.
- Minimal mixing ensures tenderness — too much handling can make biscuits tough.
🏁 Conclusion
These Southern cream biscuits are more than a recipe — they’re a reminder that joy can come from simplicity. With just two ingredients and a touch of care, you can create something that feels like home.
So whether you’re cooking for one, two, or a table full of loved ones, take a moment to slow down, breathe in that buttery aroma, and savor the warmth of a homemade biscuit.
Because in the South — and in every kitchen that borrows its magic — biscuits aren’t just baked.
They’re made with love. 💛
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