Crispy Popeyes-Style Biscuit Mixes: Taste Test & Tips
Love Popeyes biscuits? Now make them at home with the new Popeyes Biscuit Mixes. After making them dozens of times, I’ve perfected the technique for crispy, flaky biscuits every time. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Chocolate Thumbprints with Irish Cream Ganache and Creamy Mushroom Matcha Latte.
Why This Crispy Popeyes-Style Biscuit Mixes: Taste Test & Tips Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy, flaky exterior with a soft, tender interior
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout, and way cheaper!
- Easy to customize with add-ins like cheese or herbs
What You'll Need for Crispy Popeyes-Style Biscuit Mixes: Taste Test & Tips
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Popeyes Biscuit Mix
- Milk
- Melted Butter
- Salt
- Optional: Garlic powder, onion powder, or herbs
- Optional: Melted butter for brushing
- Optional: Coarse salt for sprinkling
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Popeyes Biscuit Mix: Use the new Popeyes Biscuit Mixes, not the old biscuit mix.
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How to Make Crispy Popeyes-Style Biscuit Mixes: Taste Test & Tips
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Mix ingredients: Combine 2 cups of Popeyes Biscuit Mix, 3/4 cup of milk, and 1/3 cup of melted butter. Mix until just combined.
- Knead dough: Turn dough out onto a floured surface and knead 10 times. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
- Shape biscuits: Pat dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut out biscuits using a 2-inch biscuit cutter. Press straight down, don't twist.
- Bake: Place biscuits on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Popeyes-Style Biscuit Mixes: Taste Test & Tips
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overwork the dough. Overworking can lead to tough biscuits. Knead just 10 times.
- Pro tip: For extra flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder or onion powder to the dry ingredients.
- Pro tip: For soft-sided biscuits, place a pan of water in the oven while baking.
- Pro tip: For extra crispy biscuits, brush with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse salt before baking.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Popeyes-Style Biscuit Mixes: Taste Test & Tips
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The biscuit dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before rolling out.
Freezing Crispy Popeyes-Style Biscuit Mixes: Taste Test & Tips
Freeze unbaked biscuits for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat biscuits in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes. Microwave: Reheat biscuits in the microwave for 15-20 seconds. This can make them soggy, so the oven is preferred.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flaky biscuits, use very cold butter and milk.
- Best substitution: No substitutions for the Popeyes Biscuit Mix. Use the real thing for authentic flavor.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved easily.
- Troubleshooting: If biscuits are tough, you've overworked the dough. Try again, being careful not to overwork.
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Crispy Popeyes-Style Biscuit Mixes: Taste Test & Tips
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Popeyes Biscuit Mix
- Milk
- Melted Butter
Seasonings
- Salt
- Optional: Garlic powder, onion powder, or herbs
Optional Toppings
- Melted butter for brushing
- Coarse salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Mix ingredients: Combine 2 cups of Popeyes Biscuit Mix, 3/4 cup of milk, and 1/3 cup of melted butter. Mix until just combined.
- Knead dough: Turn dough out onto a floured surface and knead 10 times. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
- Shape biscuits: Pat dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut out biscuits using a 2-inch biscuit cutter. Press straight down, don't twist.
- Bake: Place biscuits on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flaky biscuits, use very cold butter and milk.
- Best substitution: No substitutions for the Popeyes Biscuit Mix. Use the real thing for authentic flavor.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved easily.
- Troubleshooting: If biscuits are tough, you've overworked the dough. Try again, being careful not to overwork.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze unbaked biscuits for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
- Oven reheat: Reheat biscuits in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat biscuits in the microwave for 15-20 seconds. This can make them soggy, so the oven is preferred.
- Make ahead: The biscuit dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before rolling out.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 11g
- Carbs: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Popeyes-Style Biscuit Mixes: Taste Test & Tips FAQs
Yes, see storage notes for make-ahead tips.
You've overworked the dough. Next time, be careful not to overknead.
Yes, freeze unbaked biscuits for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes for the best texture.
For authentic Popeyes flavor, use the Popeyes Biscuit Mix. Other mixes may not taste the same.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Popeyes-Style Biscuit Mixes: Taste Test & Tips and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
