American baking powder biscuits

Directions

1. Mix the flour, yeast, and salt. ≈ 4 min
2. Incorporate the fat using your fingertips, as you would for a shortcrust pastry. ≈ 4 min
3. Add the milk, mixing just enough to moisten the dough. ≈ 3 min
4. For “spoon-sized” cookies, drop large spoonfuls of dough onto a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Alternatively, briefly knead the dough. ≈ 3 min
5. Spread it to a thickness of 1.25 cm, and dust with flour if necessary. ≈ 4 min
6. Cut out 6 cm discs using a cookie cutter, or hexagons using a knife. ≈ 8 min
7. Space them 2.5 cm apart on the plate. ≈ 3 min
8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes at 230 °C, until the top is lightly golden, and serve immediately. ⏱ 12 min