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How to Make (Big as a) Cathead Biscuits - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cathead biscuits, also known as "big as a cat's head" biscuits, are a Southern tradition that have been enjoyed for generations. These fluffy and tender biscuits get their name from their size, which is about as big as a cat's head. They are the perfect accompaniment to a hearty Southern breakfast, and can also be enjoyed with a variety of toppings, such as butter, jam, or honey. Whether you're a seasoned biscuit maker or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through the proce...

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Ingredients

  • butter-flavored cooking spray
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 4 ½ tablespoons lard
  • 1 cup buttermilk

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 to 1 biscuits as big as cat's head

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Prepare a 9-inch cake pan with cooking spray.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda together in a mixing bowl.
  • Mash small chunks of lard into the flour mixture with a pastry cutter or with your fingers, letting each addition integrate fully before adding the next, until all the lard has been added and the mixture resembles coarse-ground cornmeal.
  • Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour milk into the well. Stir the mixture with a spoon, making sure to scrape the edges of the bowl so that the dry flour there gets wet, just until the milk is incorporated into the dry mix and there are no large areas of powdery flour remaining, leaving lumpy dough which is sticky in some places and even a bit grainy in the driest areas. From here, use your hands to carefully mix to ensure even consistency.
  • Divide dough into 8 equal chunks and shape each into a thick biscuit. Put the shaped biscuits into the prepared cake pan with the sides touching.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the tops are light golden brown, about 15 minutes.

    • Nutrition

    206 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 391mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 75mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 84mg

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    Breakfast recipes
    Bread recipes
    Southern recipes
    Biscuit recipes
    Comfort food recipes