For the best results, ensure your lard and cream are thoroughly chilled before beginning. If you don't have a mallet, a heavy rolling pin will work well. Focus on achieving a consistent texture. Beating the dough is crucial for developing the signature snap of these biscuits. Don't skimp on the time! Serve warm with thinly sliced ham, or your favorite butter and jam. Try using a food processor for the initial mixing of the dough, pulsing until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, then proceeding with the recipe as directed.
Beaten Biscuits
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS25
Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Southern tradition with these meticulously crafted Beaten Biscuits. A testament to patience and technique, these biscuits offer a delightful snap and a tender interior, perfect for pairing with your favorite savory fillings. Experience the satisfaction of creating a true Southern classic in your own kitchen.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate9 g
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Cholesterol4 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium31 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat3 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Grease baking sheets. (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the chilled lard using a fork or pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse meal. (10 minutes)
03
StepGradually add the light cream to the dry ingredients, mixing with a standing mixer or a sturdy wooden spoon. Mix until a dough forms, adding cold water as needed to bring it together into a cohesive ball. (5 minutes)
04
StepTurn the dough out onto a clean, lightly floured surface. Knead the dough briefly. Using a mallet or rolling pin, beat the dough several times to flatten it into a rough rectangle. Fold the dough in half, then beat it out again. Repeat this beating and folding process until the dough becomes smooth, elastic, and small blisters begin to form on the surface, approximately 15 minutes. (20 minutes)
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StepRoll the dough out to a thickness of about 1/4-inch. Use a 2-inch round cutter to cut out biscuits. Prick the tops of each biscuit a few times with the tines of a fork. Place the biscuit rounds on the prepared baking sheets. (10 minutes)
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StepBake in the preheated oven until the biscuits are golden brown, about 15 minutes. Let them cool slightly before serving. (15 minutes)
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Colin Wintheiser
Jun 21, 2025These biscuits are absolutely divine! The beating process is a bit of work, but the end result is so worth it.
Lilliana Mayert
Jun 19, 2025I was intimidated by the 'beating' step, but it's actually quite therapeutic. And the biscuits are incredible!
Delmer Beer
Apr 30, 2025The recipe was easy to follow, and the biscuits were light and flaky. My family loved them!
Katelynn Rath
Apr 22, 2025I've made these several times now, and they always come out perfect. A true taste of the South!