Copycat Popeyes Strawberry Biscuits Recipe

 

Prep: 25 mins

Cook: 20 mins

Chilling/Cooling Time: 15 mins

Total: 60 mins

Servings: 7 to 8 servings

Yield: 7 to 8 3-inch biscuits

Bring a sweet twist to the classic buttery Popeyes biscuit with this delightful recipe that combines the flaky texture of biscuits with pockets of strawberry preserves and a simple icing drizzle.

Ingredients:

• For the Biscuits:

  • 2 cups (253 grams) all-purpose flour, more as needed
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup (4 ounces) cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
  • 5 tablespoons strawberry preserves, divided

• For the Topping:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

• For the Icing:

  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Steps to Make It:

1. Preheat the Oven:

   • Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 425°F (220°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.

3. Incorporate the Butter:

   • Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using your fingertips, work the butter into the flour, flattening the cubes between your fingers until the butter pieces are about the diameter of walnut halves.

4. Mix in the Buttermilk:

   • Add the cold buttermilk and mix until the dough just comes together into a shaggy mass. Be careful not to overmix to avoid melting the butter.

5. Form the Dough:

   • Dump the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Use your fingers to press it quickly into a rough rectangle about 1/2 inch thick. Fold the left side of the dough into the center and the right side over the left, like folding a letter. Rotate the dough 90 degrees and repeat.

6. Add the Strawberry Preserves:

   • Roll the dough out again into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick. Spread 3 tablespoons of strawberry preserves evenly over the dough. Fold the short sides over the preserves like a letter. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet or plate and freeze for 5 minutes.

7. Repeat the Process:

   • Roll the dough out into a rectangle again, spread the remaining 2 tablespoons of strawberry preserves, and fold again. Freeze for another 5-10 minutes, especially if your kitchen is warm.

8. Cut the Biscuits:

   • Roll the dough to a thickness of 3/4 to 1 inch. Use a round cutter or the mouth of a glass (about 3 inches) to cut out biscuits, pressing straight down without twisting. Alternatively, use a knife to cut equal-sized square biscuits.

9. Bake the Biscuits:

   • Transfer the biscuits to the prepared baking sheet, placing them close together or slightly touching. Bake until the tops are golden brown, 16-20 minutes.

10. Brush with Butter:

    • Brush the hot biscuits with melted butter as soon as they come out of the oven. Let the biscuits cool for 5 minutes.

11. Prepare the Icing:

    • While the biscuits cool, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and milk in a small bowl until combined.

12. Drizzle with Icing:

    • Drizzle the icing over the biscuits as desired.

These strawberry biscuits are perfect for a sweet treat at brunch or as a delightful dessert. Enjoy the buttery, flaky layers with the sweet and tangy pockets of strawberry preserves, all topped with a sugary drizzle.