Wacky Pickle Soda Biscuits (Print Version)

Fluffy drop biscuits with tangy pickle juice and crunchy pickles delivering a zesty bake in under 30 minutes.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
07 - 1/2 cup cold dill pickle juice
08 - 1/2 cup cold whole milk
09 - 1/3 cup chopped dill pickles

→ Optional Topping

10 - 1 tablespoon melted butter
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or chives

# Directions:

01 - Set oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until thoroughly combined.
03 - Add cold cubed butter to the dry mixture and cut it in using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Stir chopped dill pickles into the butter-flour blend.
05 - Mix together pickle juice and whole milk in a bowl or measuring cup. Pour into the dry mixture and gently stir just until a sticky dough forms. Do not overmix.
06 - Using two spoons or a scoop, drop eight equal portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
07 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, until biscuits are puffed and golden brown on top.
08 - Brush warm biscuits with melted butter. Sprinkle with chopped fresh dill or chives if desired. Serve while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Unique flavor from pickle juice and chopped pickles
  • Easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes
02 -
  • Contains wheat and dairy—check all ingredient labels for allergies
  • Pickle juice flavor intensifies as biscuits cool
03 -
  • Use very cold butter and milk for maximum flakiness
  • Avoid overmixing the dough so biscuits stay light and tender
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