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This small batch biscuit recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for one or two people. Drop biscuits are made by simply dropping spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet—no rolling or cutting required. With just 5 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of baking, you’ll have warm, buttery biscuits ready to enjoy. Perfect for breakfast, dinner, or served with soup, these tender biscuits are a great addition to any meal.
After making these easy drop biscuits, try our herb-filled Buttermilk Biscuits , rich and buttery Butter Swim Biscuits, cheesy Cheddar Biscuits, and savory Biscuit with Sausage Gravy.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple: No rolling or cutting—just scoop, drop, and bake.
- Fast: From start to finish in just 20 minutes.
- Versatile: Perfect with breakfast, dinner, or soups.
- Easily Doubled: Make more if needed!
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Biscuits are a classic American side dish, loved for their soft, flaky texture. Drop biscuits are a quick and easy variation that skips the need for rolling and cutting. Simply scoop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet, and they’re ready to bake.
If you’re looking for biscuits for two, this small batch recipe is just right. It’s perfect when you want freshly baked biscuits without making a large batch. With a handful of simple ingredients and minimal prep time, these buttery, tender biscuits bake up golden and delicious. They’re a great choice for breakfast, dinner, or served with soup or stew.
Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this small batch biscuit recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
Recipe Variations
Get creative with this versatile biscuit recipe:
- Cheese & Herb Biscuits: Mix in shredded cheese and your favorite herbs, like chives or parsley.
- Spiced Biscuits: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a touch of heat.
- Blueberry Biscuits: Fold in fresh blueberries for a hint of sweetness.
How To Make Drop Biscuits
These step-by-step photos and instructions help you visualize how to make biscuits for two. See the recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
- Get the oven ready: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). To prevent sticking, line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use a silicone baking mat.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in the butter: Add cold, chopped butter to the dry ingredients. Using your fingers or a pastry blender, work quickly to rub the butter into the flour until it looks like coarse sand.
- Add the milk: Now, pour in the milk and stir it just until the dough comes together. You don’t need to overdo it here, just mix until there are no dry bits left.
- Shape the biscuits: Grab a large spoon and scoop out portions of the dough, dropping them onto your baking sheet. Leave some space between each biscuit for them to expand in the oven.
- Bake until golden: Pop those biscuits in the oven and bake them for 10-12 minutes, or until they’re nice and golden brown. That’s your cue to take them out and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Use Cold Butter: Cold butter is essential for tender biscuits. As it melts in the oven, it creates steam that forms airy pockets in the dough.
- Mix Gently: Overmixing can make the biscuits tough. Stir just until the ingredients come together for a tender texture.
- Preheat the Oven: Always bake biscuits in a fully preheated oven. The high heat helps them rise quickly and lock in their flakiness.
- Space Them Right: Place the biscuits close but not touching on the baking sheet. This encourages them to rise upward for taller, fluffier biscuits.
Serving Suggestions
These drop biscuits are versatile and pair well with both savory and sweet dishes:
- Sausage Gravy: A classic choice, or try with mushroom gravy for a vegetarian option.
- Jam and Clotted cream: Perfect for a sweet treat at breakfast.
- Italian Chopped Salad: Complements a leafy green or fruit salad wonderfully.
Frequently Asked Questions
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. Reheat in a low oven for a few minutes to refresh them.
Yes, baked biscuits freeze well. Allow them to cool completely, then place them in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat, wrap them in foil and warm in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, or microwave them for 20-30 seconds until heated through.
To make buttermilk biscuits, substitute buttermilk for the regular milk in this recipe. Since buttermilk is thicker, you may need slightly more than 1/2 cup. Start with 1/2 cup, then add a little more as needed until the dough comes together.
Absolutely! Simply double all the ingredients, and the baking time should remain the same.
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What To Do With Leftover Ingredients
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Small Batch Drop Biscuits
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons cold salted butter cut into ¼-inch pieces
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Toss butter into the dry ingredients. Working quickly using your fingers or a pastry blender, rub or cut butter into flour until it resembles coarse sand.
- Add the milk and stir just until the dough comes together.
- Using a large spoon, drop spoonfuls of the batter onto baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 10-12 minutes.
Notes
- Use Cold Butter: Cold butter is essential for tender biscuits. As it melts in the oven, it creates steam that forms airy pockets in the dough.
- Mix Gently: Overmixing can make the biscuits tough. Stir just until the ingredients come together for a tender texture.
- Preheat the Oven: Always bake biscuits in a fully preheated oven. The high heat helps them rise quickly and lock in their flakiness.
- Space Them Right: Place the biscuits close but not touching on the baking sheet. This encourages them to rise upward for taller, fluffier biscuits.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
I’ve been trying to make 2 biscuits for years, and they just don’t turn out great. These did! Thank you! Delicious.
Hi! I absolutely love this recipes. Can it be doubled?
Yes, it can.
Love them always looking for small batch recipes that deliver on taste and ease!
Omg!!!
I just made them and Amazing with my eggs over easy beef sausage and cheese grits
I love love love it I ended with melted butter on too and sprinkles of sea salt
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Can you use this recipe for chicken and dumplings
Yes, you can use the biscuit recipe for chicken and dumplings and I usually add them 1 hour before the meal has finished cooking. Cut one of the biscuits in half to make sure they are cooked through before eating them.
Is the nutrition calculation listed for 1 biscuit or for the batch?
One biscuit.
Perfect everytime!
Thank you thank you thank you!!
These biscuits never fail! They always come out delicious! Definitely my go to forever!
Love this recipe! The four biscuits are just perfect. The recipe is so simple that it is now my go to whenever I want a quick bread with a meal. Delicious with honeybutter brushed on hot from the oven. Thank you so much!
This recipe is perfect! I needed a biscuit recipe with smaller portions, they are so good. I have been making them all the time.
I feel they are no fail, I’m gluten free so I have tried several flours, they are all amazing.
Wonderful flavor and texture. Also just the right amount for just my husband and myself.