Melt-in-Your-Mouth 2-Ingredient Biscuits

There’s something so beautifully simple—and magical—about Southern baking. My grandmother used to say, “If you’ve got flour, cream, and love, you’ve got biscuits.” And she wasn’t wrong. These 2-ingredient biscuits are a love letter to that philosophy.

Using just White Lily self-rising flour and heavy whipping cream, this recipe creates the fluffiest, most buttery biscuits you’ll ever sink your teeth into. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a last-minute side, they’re incredibly easy and fast, making them a true kitchen lifesaver.

Why You’ll Love These 2-Ingredient Biscuits

• No-fuss recipe: Two ingredients, one bowl, zero stress.
• Fast & oven-ready: From bowl to baked in under 20 minutes.
• Fluffy, buttery texture: They rise high and melt in your mouth.
• Versatile: Serve them sweet or savory, with jam or gravy.

Ingredients

All you need is:

• 🥣 2 cups White Lily self-rising flour (This brand is famous for its soft wheat flour, essential for a tender crumb.)
• 🥛 1 cup heavy whipping cream (The fat in the cream replaces butter and milk, creating richness and fluffiness.)

Optional:

• Melted butter, for brushing after baking

How to Make 2-Ingredient Biscuits

Step 1: Mix the Dough

In a medium bowl, gently combine the self-rising flour and heavy cream. Stir just until the dough comes together—do not overmix. The dough should be soft but not sticky.

Pro Tip: Overworking biscuit dough makes them tough. Less is more!

Step 2: Shape the Biscuits

Lightly flour a clean surface and turn out your dough. Pat it into a ½-inch thick round. Use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out biscuits. Be careful not to twist the cutter—just press straight down to get that perfect rise.

Step 3: Prep the Pan

Butter a flat iron skillet or baking sheet generously. Arrange the biscuits so they’re touching—this helps them rise taller and stay soft inside.

Step 4: Bake

Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C). Yes, that’s hot! The high heat gives you that golden, crispy exterior while keeping the inside tender.

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the tops are beautifully golden.

Step 5: Brush with Butter

As soon as they’re out of the oven, brush the tops with melted butter. This step adds flavor, sheen, and that irresistible Southern charm.

Step 6: Serve & Enjoy

Serve warm, straight from the skillet. These biscuits are fabulous on their own or with a pat of butter and a drizzle of honey. They also pair beautifully with:

• Fried chicken
• Creamy sausage gravy
• Strawberry jam
• Scrambled eggs and bacon

Tips & Tricks for Perfect 2-Ingredient Biscuits

• Use cold cream: Keeps the dough from getting too soft.
• Handle gently: Pat, don’t roll the dough. And always press your cutter straight down.
• No self-rising flour? Mix 2 cups all-purpose flour with 1 tablespoon baking powder and ½ teaspoon salt.

How to Store & Reheat

• Store: Keep leftover biscuits in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Reheat: Pop them in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes or microwave for 20–30 seconds wrapped in a damp paper towel.
• Freeze: Freeze baked biscuits for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven directly from frozen.

Reader Variations to Try

• Cheddar and Chive Biscuits: Fold in ½ cup shredded cheddar and 2 tbsp chopped chives.
• Sweet Biscuits: Add 1 tbsp sugar and serve with berries and whipped cream.
• Garlic Butter Biscuits: Brush with garlic butter instead of plain melted butter.

More Southern Recipes You’ll Adore:

• Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
• Southern Sausage Gravy
• Classic Cornbread in a Cast Iron Skillet
• Homemade Peach Cobbler

Final Thoughts

These 2-ingredient biscuits are the real deal—unfussy, buttery, and impossibly light. With just flour and cream, you get all the cozy satisfaction of Southern baking with almost no effort. Whether you’re new to baking or a seasoned cook, this recipe is a go-to that you’ll return to again and again.

So go ahead, warm that oven, and let the magic begin!