By Wendy Stoltz / Last Modified On August 17, 2023

If you're looking for a gluten-free biscuit recipe that's flaky, buttery, and downright delicious, look no further! These biscuits are quick and easy and will make your kitchen smell like a bakery. We've packed this recipe full of tips and step-by-step photos to ensure that your biscuits turn out perfectly every single time. Whether you serve them for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, these gluten-free biscuits will be a hit.

Serve these easy gluten-free biscuits or these gluten-free drop biscuits with Instant Pot Beef Short Ribs and Lemon Wok Asparagus for a delicious and filling gluten-free dinner. Try these gluten-free biscuits and gravy for breakfast for more gluten-free baking inspiration. These gluten-free biscotti and gluten-free shortbread cookies make for a great sweet treat. All of these recipes are easy to make and are sure to become household favorites.

GLUTEN-FREE BISCUITS RECIPE

These gluten-free biscuits are so flaky and amazing with sweet and savory toppings and spreads. I've tested this recipe over and over again until it was perfect. 

If you love gluten-free biscuits as much as I do, then you'll love how easily they pull apart, how well they hold up, and how amazing they taste when they melt in your mouth.

The South like their buttermilk biscuits, and so do we. For that reason, I've included an option for making gluten-free buttermilk biscuits for those that like the extra flavor and tang that comes with buttermilk.

Looking for gluten-free, dairy-free biscuits? I have a dairy-free option for you if you can't do dairy. I have an amazing recipe for Gluten-Free Rolls that you should try too. 

I couldn't help but devour one of these gluten-free biscuits (drenched in honey) within moments of the pan coming out of the oven. Yes, they are high in starch, but so are their gluten-containing equivalents. I don't think biscuits are made to be particularly healthy, but they sure are tasty. If you want a more savory option, try out our new recipe: Gluten-Free Cheddar Biscuits.

Why You’re Going to Love These Gluten-Free Biscuits

What Makes This Gluten-Free Biscuits Recipe Special?

Super flaky - The gluten-free biscuits are delightful and buttery and perfect for any meal.

Simple to make with just 5 ingredients - With just five simple ingredients, this recipe is a breeze to make.

Serve them as you please -These biscuits are incredibly versatile and can be served as is or paired with a variety of sweet or savory toppings to suit your taste buds.

INGREDIENTS IN GLUTEN-FREE BISCUITS

GF Flour - Use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend or Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Flour. 

Baking Powder - Check to be sure that your baking powder is gluten-free. 

Salt - Leave this out if you use salted butter. Otherwise, just a bit is needed for seasoning. 

Butter - You want your butter to be cold for this gluten-free biscuit recipe. This helps create the pockets of butter and flour that create the flaky texture. 

Half and Half - For regular biscuits, half and half are the liquid that holds everything together. For a Southern-style gluten-free biscuit, use buttermilk instead. 

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Equipment Needed for This Gluten-Free Biscuits

Mixing bowl - used to combine the dry and wet ingredients for the gluten-free dough.

Whisk - Use the whisk to mix the ingredients and incorporate air into the dough for a fluffier texture. No food processor is needed. 

Pastry blender, fork, or knife - used to cut the butter or other fat into the flour mixture, creating a crumbly texture.

Hand grater (optional) - used to grate the butter or other fat into small pieces, making it easier to incorporate into the flour mixture.

Parchment paper - is used to line the baking sheet and prevent the biscuits from sticking to the surface.

Biscuit or cookie cutter - used to cut the biscuit dough into uniform shapes before baking.

Baking sheet - This is used to place the cut biscuits and bake them in the oven.

If you have any questions about making Gluten-Free Biscuits, please leave a comment, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

HOW TO MAKE GLUTEN-FREE BISCUITS

1. To make gluten-free biscuit dough, combine the dry ingredients in a bowl and whisk until fully incorporated.
2. Add butter to the dry mix.
3. Using a pastry blender, fork, and knife, "cut" the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs. You can also grate the butter using a hand grater.
4. Add in the half and half, or add buttermilk if you are making gluten-free buttermilk biscuits.
5. Stir until the dough starts to pull together into a ball.
6. Place your dough ball on a piece of parchment paper and press, and shape it into a rectangle. Fold one side into the center, then the other side. Turn the dough so it’s long horizontally. Gently flatten. Repeat the folding and flattening two more times for a total of three times.
7. Place a piece of wax paper on top of the dough and roll it out until it's about ¾ of an inch thick. Cut 9 dough circles with a floured biscuit or cookie cutter. Don't twist the biscuit cutter.
8. Place the gluten-free biscuits close together on a parchment-lined baking sheet. They should be close enough together that they touch. Bake as directed.

This gluten-free biscuit dough is ready to go in the oven in less than 15 minutes. The rolling and cutting take the most time, but it's also my favorite part.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. Please see the recipe below for the complete ingredient list and instructions.

If you are looking for a pastry blender (cutter), we use this Spring Chef Dough Blender.

Tips for Making the Best Gluten-Free Biscuits

Cold Ingredients - You will want to ensure your half and half and butter are really cold.

Incorporating the Butter - Use a pastry blender to cut the butter into the flour or grate the cold butter with a hand grater. We prefer to use a hand grater.

Using a Biscuit Cutter - When cutting the dough with a biscuit cutter, don't twist the cutter. Press the cutter down into the dough firmly. This will help keep the air pockets open and help the biscuits rise.

Folding method - Have you ever made a gluten-free puff pastry dough? This dough is similar in that you want to have layers of butter so the biscuits will be flaky. You only want to fold and turn the dough a total of three times.

Measure the gluten-free flour blends correctly - Make sure to measure your gluten-free flour blends correctly. Scroll down for some tips. 

If you are looking for more gluten-free side dishes to go with easy gluten-free biscuits, I have a growing collection of recipes. If you are looking for a crescent rolls recipe, you'll love these Gluten-Free Crescent Rolls.

For another healthy biscuit, check out these Almond Flour Biscuits.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Store leftover gluten-free biscuits?

These gluten-free biscuits don't store particularly well. It's okay to leave them at room temperature in an airtight container for a day, but the sad truth is that they quickly become hard after that. So you might want to bake as many as you need now - they are so easy to make, you can make new ones whenever you want!

HOW DO YOU MAKE GLUTEN-FREE BISCUITS DAIRY FREE?

I use half and half and butter for this biscuit recipe, which is traditional in many biscuit recipes. For gluten-free buttermilk biscuits, I use buttermilk instead of half and half. You can use dairy-free butter and full-fat coconut milk to make gluten-free, dairy-free biscuits.

Just note if you use dairy-free options, the texture in these gluten-free biscuits will be slightly different, and you may need to add to the baking time.

If you decide to use dairy-free butter, remember to omit the salt. Otherwise, there will be too much salt. Dairy-free butters tend to be quite salty.

HOW DO YOU MAKE GLUTEN-FREE BISCUITS EGG FREE?

Although this recipe doesn't include any eggs, it's good to know that there is also a vegan option if you are used to making biscuits with eggs. In that case, try using Bob's Red Mill Gluten-Free Egg Replacer.

HOW DO I WORK WITH GLUTEN-FREE FLOURS WHEN MAKING BISCUITS?

Here are some Pro Tip For Measuring Gluten-Free Flour. When measuring gluten-free flours while making these wheat-free biscuits, spoon the flour into the measuring cup and level. Do not scoop your measuring cup into the gluten-free flour.

The best method really is to weigh the flour, but I don't have the ingredient weights for all my recipes yet. When I do, I'll update the recipe card below.

WHAT KIND OF GLUTEN-FREE FLOUR IS BEST FOR BISCUITS?

I originally developed this recipe for gluten-free biscuits back in 2016 using my own gluten-free flour blend. Since then, I have reached for Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Baking Flour. Both work well in this recipe. You can also use King Arthur Gluten-Free Flour and Great Value All Purpose Gluten-Free Flour.

CAN I FREEZE GLUTEN-FREE BISCUITS?

You can freeze these baked gluten-free biscuits for up to 3 months. Thaw them overnight in the refrigerator or reheat them right before you are ready to enjoy them.

Can I Make Gluten-Free Biscuits in Advance?

One of the easiest ways to make fresh GF biscuits without making them from scratch is to freeze some dough. The process is easy: all you need to do is to prepare the dough, drop the biscuits onto the baking sheet, and put the whole thing in the freezer instead of the oven. When they are frozen, put them into a zip-top bag. You can bake them right from frozen whenever you need a biscuit!

How Do You Keep your hands clean when making gluten-free drop biscuits?

Use an ice cream scoop or two spoons to keep your hands clean when handling gluten-free biscuit dough. You can also use a spoon and spatula to scoop the dough and then drop it onto the baking pan. And if you have trouble getting the dough to release from the ice cream scoop, another good tip is to dip the scoop in ice water before dropping each portion.

What Tasty Mix-Ins and Topping Ideas Can I Use?

Although these gluten-free biscuits are amazing, you can always add a few things to transform them into something even more delicious! Here are a few topping ideas you can use:

• Cheese (cheddar biscuits are amazing!)
• Bacon bits
• Garlic powder
• Honey (you can brush the biscuits with a bit of honey to make them sweet)
• Jam 
• Cinnamon sugar 

CAN I FREEZE GLUTEN-FREE BISCUIT DOUGH?

Yes, you can freeze the biscuit dough. Prepare the dough up to the part where you would cut the biscuits. Tightly wrap the dough in plastic wrap and freeze it for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before you cut your biscuits and bake them. 

Freezing gluten-free biscuit dough is an excellent way to have the convenience of store-bought, gluten-free canned biscuits - which don't actually exist as far as I can tell. Now you know how to make them yourself, though. 

Try using your stored dough to make recipes that call for canned biscuit dough, like this cheesy bacon monkey bread recipe. 

Do you use baking soda with gluten-free flour?

I personally didn't use it in this recipe, but you can use baking soda and buttermilk instead of baking powder. 

What is the best flour for gluten-free baking?

I choose gluten-free all-purpose flour blend or Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Flour. 

Are gluten-free biscuits healthy?

Gluten-free biscuits aren't much healthier than regular biscuits, but if you have gluten or celiac disease, these biscuits are a much better option for you.

Can you make these gluten-free biscuits sugar-free?

Yes! There is no sugar in this gluten-free biscuits recipe.

Do you need xanthan gum to make these gluten-free biscuits?

If you use Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Flour, it is unnecessary to add xanthan gum as this flour already includes it.

How are gluten-free drop biscuits different from rolled biscuits?

Gluten-free drop biscuits contain more liquid and are easier to scoop and drop onto the pan. They look more rustic too. On the other hand, rolled biscuits have more layers and are much more uniform and neat looking.

HOW DO I MAKE A DAIRY-FREE BUTTERMILK? 

Combining ½ cup of almond (or other nut) milk with ½ tablespoon of white or apple cider vinegar will create a dairy-free buttermilk substitute that you can use in this recipe. 

Why is my gluten-free biscuit dough so dry?

Your dough may be dry because you used some other type of gluten-free flour. I recommend using a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend or Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Flour because other types of flour are a bit starchier and can soak up the liquid and get dry. 

How do you know when the biscuits are done baking?

Once your GF biscuits turn golden on top (light golden!), they are done baking. 

Why did my gluten-free biscuits fall apart?

If your GF biscuits are falling apart, they might have too much flour or too little moisture. 

Why did my gluten-free drop biscuits flatten?

If your gluten-free biscuits are totally flat, it might be because your butter melted before you put them in the oven. 

How Do You Serve These GF Biscuits?

These flaky, buttery gluten-free biscuits are perfect for making gluten-free biscuits and gravy or gluten-free chicken and biscuits. They are also perfect for enjoying on their own, especially if you use buttermilk and make gluten-free buttermilk biscuits. Serve warm, I like to add melted butter. 

They are thick and rich, and this gluten-free biscuit recipe only calls for a few standard ingredients that most people have in their kitchens.

Is Bisquick Gluten-Free?

Some Bisquick mixes are gluten-free, while others are not. Bisquick has both regular and gluten-free versions of their mix. So, you should check the label carefully to ensure you're purchasing the right one for your dietary needs.

Can I Bake These GF Biscuits In A Cast Iron Pan?

Yes, you can bake gluten-free biscuits in a cast iron pan. Just make sure to preheat the pan in the oven before adding the biscuit dough. You may also need to adjust the baking time and temperature slightly depending on your cast iron pan size.

How Do You Know When The Biscuits Are Done Baking?

The gluten-free biscuits are done when they turn golden brown in color and have risen slightly. You can also test for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center of a biscuit, and if it comes out clean, they are done. The baking time may vary depending on your oven, so keep an eye on the biscuits during the last few minutes of baking to ensure they don't overcook.

Can You Make These Biscuits Drop Style?

Yes, you can make these gluten-free biscuits drop-style. But rather, try our Quick and Easy Gluten-Free Drop Biscuits recipe for an even easier and quicker biscuit recipe. They won't look as polished as the biscuits in this recipe, but they are just as delicious! 

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Yield: 9 biscuits

Gluten-Free Biscuits

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If you're looking for a gluten-free biscuit recipe that's flaky, buttery, and downright delicious, look no further! These biscuits are quick and easy to make.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 17 minutes

Total Time 27 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cups gluten-free all purpose flour blend (or Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 gluten-free flour)
• 1 Tablespoon gluten-free baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt (omit if using salted butter)
• 4 tablespoons butter, cold
• ½ cup half and half (or buttermilk to make gluten free buttermilk biscuits)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Lightly grease a baking pan or line with parchment paper; set aside. You can also use a cast iron skillet.
2. In a large mixing bowl whisk flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
3. Cut in butter with fork or pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. You can also grate the butter into the flour and stir it to coat it.
4. Make a well in the center of the flour and butter mixture. Add the half and half, or buttermilk for gluten-free buttermilk biscuits, into the well you created.
5. Stir in the half and half until the dough starts to pull together into a ball.
6. Place your dough ball on a piece of parchment paper and press and shape it into a rectangle. Fold one side into the center, then the other side. Turn the dough so it’s long horizontally. Gently flatten. Do this two more times, for a total of three times.
7. Place a piece of wax paper on top of the dough and gently roll it out until it's about ¾ of an inch thick.
8. Cut biscuits with a biscuit cutter. Don't twist the biscuit cutter after you press it down. Continue to cut biscuits. If needed, pull dough back together and roll it out again until all dough has been cut into biscuits.
9. Place the gluten free biscuits close together on the parchment lined baking sheet. They should be close enough together that they touch.
10. Bake for 15-17 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
11. Enjoy warm.

Notes

1. For this recipe, my gluten-free flour blend and Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Baking Flour work best.
2. Working with gluten-free flour: Spoon the flour into the measuring cup and level. Do not scoop your measuring cup into the gluten-free flour.
3. Dairy-free Option: You can use a dairy-free butter and full fat coconut milk to make this recipe dairy-free. Remember to omit the salt otherwise there will be too much salt. Dairy-free butters tend to be quite salty.
4. Make dairy free buttermilk by mixing ½ cup of almond milk with ½ tablespoon of white or apple cider vinegar to make dairy free buttermilk biscuits.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

9

Serving Size:

1 biscuit
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 74Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 166mgCarbohydrates: 3gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 1g

This nutrition info is based on the exact ingredients and brands that I used a the time. It may not be 100% accurate. Please check your ingredients nutrition labels.

Related: Gluten-Free Cheddar Biscuits