Morning Magic: How to Master Fluffy French Toast Biscuits

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
2. 2

   Add the very cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry blender, two knives, or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining.
3. 3

   In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cold buttermilk and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the flour and butter mixture. Stir gently with a spoon or spatula until just combined. The dough will be shaggy and a little sticky.
4. 4

   Turn the shaggy dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat it into a rough rectangle. Fold the dough into thirds, like a letter. Rotate it 90 degrees and repeat the patting and folding process two more times.
5. 5

   Gently pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle or rectangle. Use a 2-inch round biscuit cutter (or a sharp knife to cut squares) to cut out your biscuits. Avoid twisting the cutter. Gather scraps, gently re-pat, and cut any remaining biscuits.
6. 6

   Place the cut biscuits on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover lightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to an hour.
7. 7

   While biscuits chill, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and 1 tablespoon maple syrup until well combined and frothy.
8. 8

   One by one, take each chilled biscuit and dredge it in the French toast custard, ensuring both sides are well coated but not completely saturated. Let any excess custard drip off.
9. 9

   Arrange the coated biscuits on a fresh parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving a little space. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until puffed, golden brown, and cooked through (internal temp ~200°F/93°C).
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    Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve immediately with extra maple syrup.