Biscuits can be a sensitive cultural topic. So I should probably qualify that this is a family recipe from Texas, it may or may not line up with your opinion of what a ‘proper’ biscuit should be! (But I promise they’re delicious 😍) This is a quick and easy recipe that’s perfect for a lazy Sunday with a book or Christmas morning when quick and festive keeps the celebrations on track.
Serves 4
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
2 c flour
3 ts baking powder
½ ts salt
1/3 c olive oil
2/3 c milk (or almond milk)
Filling:
¼ c butter, melted or spreadably warm
1/3 c sugar
1 tbls cinnamon
Combine the flour, baking powder and salt in a small mixing bowl. Use a glass (or plastic) measuring cup of at least one cup size, measure the olive oil (you can use other vegetable oil here if you’d prefer) then add the milk until the liquid measures 1 cup. Pour into the flour mixture and stir until combined.
Place the dough onto a floured surfaced and flatten into a rectangle about a quarter inch thick. You can use an rolling pin but I usually just push it down with my fingers. Spread the butter over the surface and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Roll up and slice into 8 pieces. Place spiral side up on a greased baking sheet. Bake for about 15 to 20 minutes until brown and the sugar is bubbly.
Great with either coffee or hot chocolate!