Cornmeal Biscuits

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Cornmeal Biscuits
45 min.
4
395kcal

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Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Cornmeal Biscuits, a perfect treat for any occasion! These vegetarian biscuits are not only easy to make but also offer a unique twist with the addition of yellow cornmeal, giving them a subtle sweetness and a delightful texture. Whether you're serving them as a comforting dessert or as a side to your favorite meal, these biscuits are sure to impress.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe yields four servings, making it ideal for a cozy family gathering or a casual get-together with friends. With a caloric count of 395 kcal per serving, you can enjoy these biscuits without the guilt. The combination of all-purpose flour and cornmeal creates a light and fluffy biscuit that pairs beautifully with butter or honey, enhancing their flavor even further.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as these biscuits bake to a golden perfection, puffing up beautifully in the oven. The simple yet satisfying process of mixing, cutting, and baking will have you feeling like a true culinary artist. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to treat yourself and your loved ones to these scrumptious Cornmeal Biscuits that are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose plus more for rolling out dough
  • 0.3 cup cornmeal yellow
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.8 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 tablespoons sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted chilled plus more for topping, if desired cut into ½-inch pieces,
  • 0.8 cup nonfat buttermilk 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wooden spoon
  • cookie cutter
  • pastry cutter

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400 degrees. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, cut butter into flour mixture. Using a wooden spoon, stir in 3/4 cup buttermilk until the mixture holds together.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out dough to a 1-inch thickness. Using a 2-inch-round cookie cutter or a drinking glass, cut out eight rounds, and place on prepared parchment; discard scraps of dough.
  3. Brush tops of biscuits with remaining tablespoon buttermilk.
  4. Bake until golden and puffy, about 12 minutes. If desired, spread with butter or honey.
  5. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories395kcal
Protein7.75%
Fat41.18%
Carbs51.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
76.4
Glycemic Load
33.85
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.3356522891832%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:394.6kcal
19.73%
Fat:18.09g
27.83%
Saturated Fat:10.96g
68.52%
Carbohydrates:50.47g
16.82%
Net Carbohydrates:48.26g
17.55%
Sugar:7g
7.78%
Cholesterol:46.04mg
15.35%
Sodium:897.73mg
39.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.66g
15.33%
Vitamin B1:0.4mg
26.59%
Selenium:16.73µg
23.9%
Folate:89.79µg
22.45%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.29%
Vitamin B3:3.02mg
15.11%
Iron:2.7mg
15.01%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.64%
Calcium:136.27mg
13.63%
Phosphorus:121.84mg
12.18%
Vitamin A:524.79IU
10.5%
Fiber:2.2g
8.81%
Magnesium:21.92mg
5.48%
Copper:0.1mg
4.79%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.38%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.99%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.68%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.88%
Potassium:87.78mg
2.51%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.1%
Vitamin K:1.63µg
1.55%