Scallion Biscuits

Flaky, buttery biscuits studded with fresh scallions. These savory biscuits are perfect as a side dish or breakfast treat, combining the classic biscuit texture with the bright flavor of green onions.

16 servings
33 min

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup scallions
  • cup whole milk

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 450°F.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Blend in butter with your fingertips until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add scallions and 3/4 cup milk and stir with a fork just until a dough forms.

    8 min

  3. 3.

    Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead 6 to 8 times, then pat into an 8-inch square (1/2 inch thick). Cut into 16 (2-inch) squares and transfer to a buttered baking sheet, about 1 1/2 inches apart. Brush with remaining tablespoon milk, then bake until golden, 12 to 15 minutes.

    15 min