These are soft, fluffy, golden biscuits stacked high perfectly — tender, buttery, and truly melt-in-your-mouth. A high-protein, low-carb version of classic Southern-style biscuits that’s perfect for breakfast or as a side.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Soft, fluffy texture with golden tops
- High protein from whey protein powder and almond flour
- Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth flavor with zero sugar
- Quick and easy one-bowl recipe ready in under 25 minutes
- Great for breakfast sandwiches, gravy, or enjoying on their own
Ingredients (Makes 8–10 biscuits)
- 2 cups (200g) almond flour
- ⅓ cup (35g) vanilla or unflavored whey protein powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup (57g) cold butter, cubed
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup heavy cream or sour cream
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (optional, for tenderness)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add cold butter cubes and cut in with a pastry cutter or fork until crumbly.
- In a small bowl, whisk eggs, heavy cream, and vinegar. Pour into dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms.
- Gently pat the dough into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Cut into 8–10 rounds using a biscuit cutter or glass.
- Place biscuits on the baking sheet. Brush tops with a little heavy cream or melted butter for extra golden color.
- Bake for 12–16 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Cool slightly before serving warm.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Bake Time: 12–16 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition (Per Biscuit)
- Calories: ~165
- Protein: 7g
- Total Carbs: 5g
- Net Carbs: 3g
- Fat: 14g
