Blueberry biscuits are a delightful treat that combines the flakiness of biscuits with the sweetness of blueberries. Here’s a simple recipe for making them:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick or 113g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- 1 cup (about 150g) fresh blueberries
- 3/4 cup (180ml) cold buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional flour for dusting
- Optional: additional sugar for sprinkling on top
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cold, diced butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Some larger pieces of butter are okay; they will help create flakiness in the biscuits.
- Gently fold in the fresh blueberries until evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture.
- Make a well in the center of the mixture. Pour in the cold buttermilk and vanilla extract. Stir with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly shaggy.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a rectangle about 1 inch (2.5cm) thick.
- Using a sharp knife or a biscuit cutter, cut the dough into squares or rounds. Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
- Optional: If desired, sprinkle the tops of the biscuits with a little extra granulated sugar for a sweet crunch.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top and cooked through.
- Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving.
These blueberry biscuits are best enjoyed warm, with a pat of butter and perhaps a drizzle of honey. They make a delicious addition to breakfast or brunch, or serve them as a sweet treat any time of day!