Ingredients

1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 cup butter , softened
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
Cinnamon Buttermilk Biscuits are the perfect comfort food breakfast dish for winter days and lazy weekend mornings. These biscuits are soft and tender on the inside, crispy on the outside, and bursting with the warm and cozy flavors of cinnamon and buttermilk. These biscuits are quick and easy to make and perfect for sharing with family and friends because they are a simple and classic breakfast dish. The spices give a perfect and warming aroma engulfing your kitchen and making you feel calm.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3.Add the softened butter to the dry mixture and use a pastry cutter or your hands to mix the butter into the flour until the mixture turns crumbly.
4.Stir in the buttermilk, mixing just until the dough comes together and there are no dry spots.
5.Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it just a few times to ensure it's fully combined.
6.Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/2 inch and use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits.
7.In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom.
8.Place the biscuits on a baking sheet and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the tops.
9.Bake the biscuits for about 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked all the way through.

PROS

These cinnamon buttermilk biscuits are a flavorful and warm way to start your morning and the cinnamon adds antioxidants and anti-inflammatory effects.
They are easy to make and can be reheated for later.

CONS

Although these biscuits are flavorful, they are not particularly nutrient-dense.
High intake of such foods may increase the risk of chronic diseases like heart diseases if consumed regularly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cinnamon has anti-inflammatory effects that may help to lower your risk of heart disease. The spice may also help to lower blood pressure by improving the dilation of your blood vessels and increase insulin sensitivity helping to manage diabetes. Buttermilk is a good source of probiotics, protein, riboflavin, and calcium which are essential for healthy growth.

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