Canadian Tea Biscuits

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 225g (2 cups)
• Unsalted butter, cold and cubed: 113g (8 tablespoons)
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
• Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
• Sugar: 2 tablespoons
• Buttermilk: 1 cup

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

12-15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder.
3. Add cold butter cubes and use your fingers to work it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add sugar and buttermilk, and mix until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for a few seconds until it forms a ball.
6. Roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/2 inch.
7. Use a 2-inch cookie cutter to cut out biscuits.
8. Place biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown on the edges.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving: 1 biscuit
• Calories: 150
• Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 19g
• Protein: 3g
• Sodium: 210mg

Dish Characteristics:

• Flaky and tender texture
• Buttery flavor with a hint of sweetness
• Slightly crispy on the outside
• Perfect for serving with tea, coffee, or soups

User Comments:

• "These biscuits were so easy to make and turned out perfectly."
• "I love the crumbly texture and the subtle sweetness."
• "These are now my go-to biscuits for any occasion."
• "They pair perfectly with my morning cup of tea."
• "I highly recommend trying these delicious biscuits."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
• Do not overwork the dough, as this will result in tough biscuits.
• To prevent the biscuits from sticking to the baking sheet, use parchment paper or lightly grease the sheet.