Zesty Lemon Biscuits
These zesty Lemon Biscuits are light, flaky, and bursting with citrus flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, they feature a golden, buttery crust, making them the perfect accompaniment to any meal.
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 236kcal
Equipment
- 12" Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup fresh dill minced
- 2 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 8 tablespoon butter cubed; 1 tablespoon melted set aside
- 4 tablespoon vegetable shortening divided into ½ tbsps
- 1 ¼ cups buttermilk divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Mix all dry ingredients with lemon zest and dill.
- Cut butter and vegetable shorting into mixture making sure no large clumps are visible.
- Add ¼ cup buttermilk at a time stirring until combined and slightly sticky.
- Add dough to 12" Cast iron skillet using at ⅓ or ½ measuring cup.
- Brush each top with melted butter.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Zest Fresh Lemons: Fresh lemon zest provides the best, most vibrant flavor. Avoid using bottled lemon extract for a more authentic and aromatic taste.
- Chill Butter and Shortening: Keep the butter and shortening cold to ensure they incorporate evenly and result in a flaky biscuit texture.
- Don’t Overmix the Dough: Stir just until the dough comes together—overmixing can lead to dense biscuits. The less you handle it, the fluffier the biscuits!
Nutrition
Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 441mg | Potassium: 77mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 379IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 2mg
