
Warm, golden, and impossibly fluffy, these drop biscuits are the kind of thing that disappears from the table before you even sit down. The ingredient list is refreshingly short — just flour, butter, milk, and a few pantry staples — which makes them a natural fit for anyone avoiding legumes without any substitutions or workarounds required. There are no bean-based flours, no chickpea fillers, and no hidden additives to second-guess; just honest, straightforward baking. The technique is as easy as it gets: no rolling, no cutting, no chilling — just drop the dough and let the oven do the work. Cold butter worked into the flour is the real secret here, creating those irresistible flaky layers and a rich, buttery crumb. A brush of melted butter straight out of the oven takes them completely over the top. Pair them with soup, pile them next to eggs, or eat one plain over the sink — no judgment.
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Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
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