Autumn is upon the norther hemisphere. It is my second favorite season after sunny summer. I love autumn because before the trees go bare for winter they entice us with their vibrance. Those vibrant leaf colors and cool breezes entice me to go outside. Yes, to go outside and enjoy the last warm days of the year, to be mesmerized by shades of colors, to watch the leaves as they gently float down to the ground.
Autumn also means that ovens will be used more. Many of us will go back to baking or in my case continue to learn more about baking in these cooler days. Though I still consider myself a novice baker it is something that I love to do. I love the feeling of an elastic dough as it’s shaped in my hands. I love the gentle mixing sounds of my mixing bowl, the pouring of the batters or the patience required for the rising dough. I love the warm smells of fresh baked bread, and if spices where used the smells of the spices coming from the oven. But best of all I love the feeling of a warm baked goodie both in my hands and in my mouth. Fresh baked breads or treats are something I can never resist.
These easy whole wheat biscuits taste delicious right out of the oven. You grab one off the baking sheet, careful they are still hot, slice it in half then place a nice big piece of butter in the center. Stack the two pieces again and wait a minute or two for the butter to melt. Here comes the good part, grab half and dig in. But wait, you can also add a drizzling of honey for a sweet treat. Just delicious! 
What about you, what is your favorite thing to bake in the autumn?
Whole Wheat Sour Cream Biscuits
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 biscuits 1x
Description
These whole wheat sour cream biscuits are tender, flavorful, and perfect for enjoying straight from the oven with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey.
Ingredients
Dry Ingrediets:
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 3 tsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1 Tbs. granulated white sugar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 Tbs. cold butter
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 medium egg
- 1 egg for egg wash
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 392°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 3 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 tablespoon granulated white sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Cut 2 tablespoons of cold butter into small pieces and add to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add 1/2 cup sour cream to the mixture and stir until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until it comes together.
- Roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out biscuits and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with butter or honey.
Notes
These biscuits are best enjoyed fresh from the oven. They can be reheated slightly to enjoy a warm biscuit or sliced and toasted for a crispier texture. Adding honey or butter enhances their flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 15
Very good! My children really liked them! Yes, the sour cream does make a difference!
This looks delicious. Would love for you to share this with us over at foodepix.com.
This is one incredible looking recipe. Love biscuits and these are really gorgeous. Congrats on top 9!
Thank you Kim, it really is just a very simple recipe. But sometimes the simplest things are the bests.
Congrats on Foodbuzz top 9!
Hi Christine, Thank you and everyone that voted them there.
Oh Nancy this looks wonderful..what a simple but so pretty presentation! Congrats on FBT9!
Thank you Sandra!
Delicious! I’ve recently become a fan of wheat flour, so I can’t wait to try these….
Hi Ann, I love the different taste and texture of wheat flour. Though it is trickier than say A.P. flour, and things don’t rise as much. Either way I still recommend that you do try it. Thanks Ann!
delicious looking biscuits Nancy
Thanks!
Oh, I think the sour cream must work wonders in this recipe! These look delicious~
Hi Liz, Thanks! I did like the change from all the butter normally required.
These look amazing! Thank you very much for sharing it. I love Fall as well. It is definitely my favorite season
Yay, another Fall fan:)Thanks!
These look so delicious, stunningly shot.
Thank you!