25 Homemade Biscuit Recipes to Make From Scratch

Grandma's Baking Powder Biscuits

Here's an old family recipe you don't want to miss. An ample amount of baking powder (four teaspoons, to be exact) ensures beautifully tall biscuits.

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J.P.'s Big Daddy Biscuits

People can't get enough of these humongous biscuits — this recipe has more than 3,000 rave reviews from happy Allrecipes users. You can prepare the dough up to a day in advance, according to recipes creator John Pickett.

Maple-Bacon Biscuits

A hint of maple syrup adds a subtle sweetness to these fluffy bacon-packed biscuits. This whole recipe comes together in just about half an hour.

Cream Biscuits

It doesn't get much easier than this four-ingredient recipe. "If you can stir, you can make cream biscuits," says Chef John. "They are so light, moist, flaky, and perfect, you're going to be shocked."

Best Buttermilk Biscuits

Every baker needs to have to have a good buttermilk biscuit recipe on file. Tip: If you don't have buttermilk on hand, you can still make this recipe! Easily make a substitute with just regular milk and lemon juice.

Cathead Biscuits

Where do these biscuits get their unique name? Their size and shape is said to be reminiscent of a cat's head! "Always always always use White Lily flour for the fluffiest biscuits," recommends recipe creator Hollinhead77.

Greek Yogurt Biscuits

You don't need eggs or milk to make this easy recipe! Cold, non-fat Greek yogurt will get the job done in this case.

Sriracha Biscuits

Sriracha gives these easy biscuits a spicy kick. This recipe only calls for a tablespoon of the hot sauce, but you can use more or less to taste.

Chef John's Sweet Potato Biscuits

Use leftover sweet potatoes to make this autumnal breakfast. "By forming and folding dough, we develop beautifully buttery layers and avoid overmixing," says Chef John.

Mayonnaise Biscuits

You need just three ingredients you probably already have on hand to make these moist biscuits: mayonnaise, self-rising flour, and milk.

Daddy's Savory Tomato Biscuits

No milk? No problem! This savory recipe calls for a cup of tomato-vegetable juice cocktail.

Tender Potato Biscuits

Don't throw out those leftover mashed potatoes! Your favorite side dish is the secret ingredient that makes these tender biscuits so delicious.

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Cheddar-Thyme Flaky Biscuits

Fresh thyme gives this cheesy recipe a welcome pop of color and flavor. Serve these biscuits for breakfast or as a side dish.

Irish Cheddar Spring Onion Biscuits

Cheese is folded and layered into the dough, according to Chef John, so "we get all the cheesy flavor without making the biscuit too dense."

Vegan Buttery Drop Biscuits

Use coconut milk and non-dairy butter to make these vegan-friendly biscuits. They come together in just under half an hour.

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Cheddar Keto Biscuits

Almond flour and a block of cream cheese make these cheesy biscuits perfect for people following the keto diet.

Butter Swim Biscuits

What's with the name? These biscuits are literally swimming in butter before baking, so there's no need to add more butter before serving.

Sourdough Drop Biscuits

Put your sourdough discard to good use with this easy drop biscuit recipe. You only need to set aside about five minutes of prep time.

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Cast Iron Buttermilk Biscuits

A buttered cast iron skillet makes the best buttermilk biscuits anywhere, according to recipe creator Stormy1800.

Pumpkin Biscuits

Brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and pumpkin puree make these warm and cozy biscuits perfect for cool weather.

Cinnamon Sour Cream Biscuits

Recipe creator Jennifer says this recipe won the "champion ribbon" at a county fair. These sweet biscuits are perfect for breakfast or for dessert.

Angel Biscuits

These light-as-air biscuits have three leavening ingredients (yeast, baking soda, and baking powder) to thank for their tender and flaky texture.

Sweet Potato and Black Pepper Biscuits

According to recipe creator Zhora Autumn, these peppery biscuits make great miniature ham sandwiches. If you don't have sweet potatoes on hand, pumpkin puree will work just as well.

Gluten-Free Biscuits

Gluten-free substitutions — like sorghum flour, millet flour, rice flour, and tapioca starch — make these the perfect biscuits for people with gluten sensitivities.

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Kentucky Biscuits

Make these top-rated biscuits with just a few kitchen staples. Reviewers say they taste remarkably similar to the biscuits you can get from a certain fast food chain.

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