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Marmalade Biscuits
Marmalade Biscuits blend the comforting texture of classic southern-style biscuits with the tangy-sweet surprise of orange marmalade. This fusion recipe is a delightful twist on traditional quick breads, offering a citrus burst perfect for breakfast or teatime. Their tender crumb and golden tops make them both nostalgic and refreshing, especially when paired with tea or coffee. This recipe likely hails from mid-20th-century kitchen traditions, reflecting both economy and creativity in using pantry staples.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 10 biscuits
Calories 187 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt (inferred standard biscuit recipe)
  • ⅓ cup shortening
  • ½ cup milk
  • ⅓ cup orange marmalade

Instructions
 

Step 1: Mix Dry Ingredients

  • Stir together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

Step 2: Cut in Shortening

  • Add shortening and cut into the dry ingredients until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients

  • Add milk and marmalade. Stir just until the dough forms and pulls away from the bowl.

Step 4: Knead and Shape Dough

  • Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead about 20 strokes.
  • Roll dough to ½-inch thickness.

Step 5: Cut Biscuits

  • Use a 1" or 1½" cutter to cut out biscuits.

Step 6: Prepare for Baking

  • Place biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Prick tops of biscuits with a fork.

Step 7: Bake

  • Bake at 450°F for 10–11 minutes, or until golden brown.

Tips

  • Use cold shortening to help create flakier biscuits.
  • Substitute half the shortening with cold butter for richer flavor.
  • Add orange zest to boost citrus notes.
  • Try lemon or grapefruit marmalade for variation.
  • Brush the tops with milk or cream for deeper browning.
  • Sprinkle coarse sugar on top for a sweet finish.
  • Add ¼ cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts) for crunch.
  • Serve warm with butter or extra marmalade.
  • Freeze unbaked cut biscuits for quick baking later.

Nutrition

Calories: 187kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 173mgPotassium: 56mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 27IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 94mgIron: 1mg
Keyword comfort food, easy biscuits, from scratch, heirloom meals, marmalade biscuits, retro recipes, southern baking, vintage recipes
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