Description
Deliciously fluffy biscuits packed with protein, offering a warm, comforting start to your day.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 cup diced mushrooms (shiitake, button, or portobello)
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (chives, parsley, or rosemary)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sauté your mushrooms in olive oil over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until softened. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt and cooled mushrooms, then mix in chopped herbs.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat it into a rectangle about 1 inch thick. Cut into rounds or squares.
- Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly on a wire rack and serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, try incorporating spinach or feta into the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: biscuits, breakfast, protein, vegetarian, comfort food, Southern