These easy fried biscuits uses canned biscuits deep or pan fried in oil. It’s the perfect hack for doughnuts or southern biscuits and gravy.
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Canned Biscuits
There are so many options for store bought canned biscuits, found in the refrigerated section.
Southern Style - Usually is buttermilk or butter flavored with some flaky layers. When fried it puffs up and can be easily split in half with a tender inside.
Flaky Layers - You’ll see lots of buttery delicate flaky layers. When fried it puffs up very thick, you can split them in half right before frying to reduce the size.
Traditional Homestyle- Its a classic tender biscuit. When fried it puffs up slightly with more of a soft and fluffy inside.
Popular brands are Pillsbury Grands, Immaculate Baking, Annie’s, Trader Joe’s and store brands.
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How To Fry Biscuits
The the traditional way to fry biscuits is either deep fried or pan fried. They fry up golden brown, soft, tender and flaky.
Use a neutral oils like canola, vegetable or even shortening. You’ll want about 4-5 inches of oil for deep frying and 2-3 inches for shallow pan frying.
To deep fry keep the oil temperature at 325 to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, for best results. Too low temperature the biscuits will soak up too much oil and too high it will brown too quickly. Fry about 2-3 minutes on each side.
Shallow pan fry on a low medium heat. They will have to fry a couple minutes longer to fully cook the inside.
Southern Fried Biscuits
Turning on your oven during the hot summer months is something I try not to do, especially in the southern region of the US. My suggestions for quick and easy biscuits is deep frying them. No need to heat up the whole kitchen.
Heat up that cast iron skillet with oil and fry these canned biscuits up. Then serve them along side your favorite southern dishes and homemade jam.
How To Serve
After you’ve fried these biscuits and allowed them to cool for a few minutes, they can be served sweet or savory.
Doughnuts
Frying store bought canned biscuits is the easiest fried doughnut hack the whole family will love. Add a sweet touch with sugar.
White Sugar- Makes those delicious Chinese Buffet doughnuts.
Cinnamon Sugar - Perfect for those fall and winter months.
Powdered Sugar - Makes an easy Louisiana Biscuit Style Beignets.
Jelly - Stuff Them To Make An Easy Jelly Doughnut
Other Sweet Toppings and Spreads
Try these delicious combinations to make the perfect fried biscuit dessert.
- Honey
- Maple Syrup
- Fresh Fruit - Strawberries, Bananas, Blueberries or Peaches.
- Condensed Milk
- Apple Butter
- Jams and Jelly
- Nutella
- Marshmallow Fluff
- Ice Cream Sauces - Caramel, Hot Fudge or Strawberry
- Southern Chocolate Gravy
- Fried Strawberry Shortcake with Whipped Cream
- Cool Whip or Whipped Topping
- Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich
- Canned Pie Filling or Topping
- Ice Cream
- Make and Ice Cream Sandwich
Savory Ideas
- Classic Breakfast Platter
- Southern Biscuits and Gravy
- Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit
- Ham & Cheese Sandwich
- Along Side:
- BBQ Plate
- Fried Chicken
- Fish Fry
- Dinner Casserole
- Chicken or Tuna Salad
- Chili
Leftover Canned Biscuit Dough
Uncooked canned biscuits dough can be frozen for longer storage.
Step 1- Place them 1-2 inches apart on a sheet pan and freeze them overnight or until solid.
Step 2 - When they are fully frozen remove them from the sheet pan into a ziploc bag or airtight container. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Step 3 - To defrost place them in the refrigerator on a plate or container in a single layer. Cover them with a lid or plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out. Let them fully defrost before using them in your recipes.
Storage
Store leftover fried biscuits in an airtight container or ziploc bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Can be frozen up to 3 months.
Reheat the biscuits in the microwave at 10 second intervals until warmed through.
Step By Step Photos and Directions
- Grab your canned biscuits and oil of choice.
2. In a skillet or dutch oven heat oil to 350℉.
3. Open the can of biscuits and place them carefully into the hot oil.
4. Fry the biscuits about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
5. . Remove to a sheet pan or plate lined with paper towels for them to drain excess oil.
6. Serve warm. Enjoy.
Fried Biscuits
Equipment
- Skillet or Dutch Oven
- Metal Tongs
- Sheet Pan
- Paper Towels
Ingredients
- 1 16oz Canned Biscuits
- Vegetable Oil (Neutral Oil of Choice)
Instructions
- In a skillet or dutch oven heat oil to 350℉.
- Open the can of biscuits and place them carefully into the hot oil.
- Fry the biscuits about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove to a sheet pan or plate lined with paper towels for them to drain excess oil.
- Add a sweet topping or serve them with a savory meal. Enjoy.
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