Bacon Biscuits with Strawberry Butter
Bacon Biscuits with Strawberry Butter are the perfect blend of savory and sweet, elevating your breakfast or brunch experience. These fluffy, buttery biscuits are packed with crispy bacon and topped with a luscious strawberry butter that melts in your mouth. Ideal for gatherings or cozy mornings, this recipe is simple enough for beginner cooks yet impressive enough to wow your guests. Get ready to indulge in a delicious creation that will have everyone asking for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon (chopped)
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (hulled)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gently fold in the chopped bacon.
- Create a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk. Mix until just combined; do not overwork.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, pat into a rectangle about 1-inch thick, and cut out biscuits using a round cutter.
- Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- While biscuits bake, blend strawberries and powdered sugar until smooth for the strawberry butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit (55g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like rosemary or thyme to the dough. If you're short on time, you can prepare the biscuit dough ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight before baking.