Description
These Cranberry Whole Wheat Buttermilk Biscuits are a warm, comforting, and wholesome treat featuring plant-based buttermilk, hearty whole wheat flour, and fresh cranberries. With a tender crumb, subtle tang, and touch of sweetness, they are perfect for breakfast or served alongside favorite meals. Easy to make and satisfying to eat, these biscuits offer a delightful balance of flavor and texture.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cold plant-based butter or oil
- 3/4 cup cold plant-based buttermilk
Add-ins and Optional Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- Optional: 2 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
- Optional: 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, baking powder, natural gelling agent, brown sugar, and salt. Mix well until all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Mix in Butter or Oil: Cut in cold plant-based butter or drizzle oil into the flour mixture. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to gently rub it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. This step helps create the crumbly, flaky texture.
- Add Plant-Based Buttermilk: Pour in the cold plant-based buttermilk and stir just until the dough begins to come together. Avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness in the biscuits.
- Fold in Fresh Cranberries: Carefully fold in the fresh cranberries, taking care not to crush them so they can burst slightly while baking but mostly keep their shape.
- Shape and Bake: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut into circles or squares as preferred. Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown on top.
Notes
- Keep ingredients cold to ensure flaky biscuit layers.
- Mix the dough just until combined to avoid dense biscuits.
- Use fresh cranberries for the best burst of juiciness and color.
- Bake immediately after shaping for the best rise.
- Flour your work surface lightly to prevent sticking without drying the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cranberry biscuits, whole wheat biscuits, plant-based buttermilk biscuits, vegan biscuits, breakfast biscuits, savory biscuits