Easy Drop Biscuits with Jam: My Go-To Cozy Comfort Food

Easy Drop Biscuits with Jam

There are some recipes that just feel like a warm hug, comforting your soul from the very first bite, and these Easy Drop Biscuits with Jam are absolutely one of them. My fondest kitchen memories are etched in my mind from my grandma’s house, sitting at her well-loved, worn wooden table, where a plate of freshly baked, still-warm biscuits, often accompanied by her various jars of sun-ripened homemade preserves, was a cherished Sunday afternoon ritual. I was always fascinated by her effortless ability to whip them up, no fuss, no fancy cutters, just pure, wholesome goodness that always seemed to disappear in minutes.

This Easy Drop Biscuits with Jam is my modern take on that very magic, a celebration of how truly simple ingredients can create something utterly delightful and satisfying, proving that comfort food, much like a perfectly simple batch of one-bowl chocolate chip cookies, doesn’t have to be complicated. Beyond just classic butter and jam, these drop biscuits act as a wonderful ‘dessert hybrid,’ offering a blank canvas for so many delicious possibilities.

If you’re looking to explore even more creative biscuit ideas, you might love these apple pie biscuits too! Whether I need a little slice of comforting nostalgia, or friends pop over unexpectedly and I want to share a bit of that lived-in kitchen love, these easy drop biscuits are my go-to for bringing warmth and smiles to any gathering.

Easy Drop Biscuits with Jam: My Go-To Cozy Comfort Food

Recipe by MayaCourse: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Whip up these incredibly easy and fluffy drop biscuits, perfect for a quick breakfast, a comforting snack, or a delightful dessert when slathered with your favorite jam!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

• 1 tablespoon baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

• 3/4 cup milk (whole milk recommended)

• Your favorite jam (strawberry, raspberry, or apricot are wonderful)

Directions

• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
• Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using your fingertips or a pastry blender, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
• Pour in the milk and stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough will be shaggy and a bit sticky.
• Using a large spoon or an ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of dough (about 1/4 cup each) onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between them. You should get 8-10 biscuits.
• Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
• Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on the baking sheet.
• Serve warm, split open, and generously spread with your favorite jam.

Notes

• The Cold Butter Secret: Keeping your butter really cold is the key to flaky biscuits. Don’t let it soften too much! If your kitchen is warm, you can even pop your bowl of flour and butter back in the fridge for a few minutes before adding the milk.
• Don’t Overmix, Friend!: Overmixing the dough develops the gluten too much, leading to tough biscuits. Stir just until the flour is incorporated. A slightly shaggy dough is a happy dough, promise!
• Get Creative with Jam: While classic berry jams are wonderful, don’t be afraid to experiment! A dollop of fig jam, a spoonful of spiced apple butter, or even a tangy lemon curd can elevate these simple biscuits into something truly special. It’s your kitchen adventure!