Southern-style breakfast biscuit

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The Southern-style breakfast biscuit is a fluffy, savory quick bread that is a cornerstone of American Southern cuisine. It is typically made from a simple dough of flour, cold butter or shortening, buttermilk, and leavening, then baked until golden brown. It is often served split open and topped with butter, gravy, jam, or used as a base for sandwiches.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates and fat, with a moderate amount of protein primarily from the flour and dairy. A single, medium-sized biscuit (about 2.5 inches) provides roughly 250-350 calories, with key nutrients including calcium from buttermilk and some iron from the flour.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	3.5 g
Carbs	28 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	480 mg
Calcium	45 mg
Iron	1.8 mg
Potassium	55 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.5 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Selenium	6 mcg

Per 1 biscuit (approx. 60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the biscuit is a symbol of Southern hospitality and comfort, with recipes often passed down through generations and regional variations sparking friendly debates. Nutritionally, its traditional preparation with cold fat creates steam pockets for flakiness, making it a surprisingly tender and satisfying food despite its simple ingredients.