7-Up Biscuits

 

If you’ve never tried making biscuits with soda, get ready for a delicious surprise. These 7-Up Biscuits are soft, pillowy, golden, and downright addictive. The secret? The carbonation in 7-Up (or Sprite) gives the dough an airy lift, while sour cream adds moisture and tenderness. Bake them in melted butter and you’ve got biscuits that are crisp on the edges, tender in the middle, and ready to steal the spotlight at any meal.

Why These Biscuits Work So Well

✔️ Effortless: Just 4 ingredients—no yeast, no kneading.
✔️ Tender Texture: Sour cream keeps them rich and soft.
✔️ Crisp & Golden: Baking in butter = irresistible crust.
✔️ Versatile: Serve with breakfast, soups, stews—or just honey and jam.

Ingredients

• 4 cups Bisquick (plus more for dusting)

• 1 cup sour cream

• 1 cup 7-Up or Sprite

• ½ cup butter, melted

Instructions

1. Preheat Your Oven

Preheat to 425°F (220°C). Grease a 10-inch cast iron skillet or a 9×9-inch baking dish with a little butter or spray.

2. Mix the Dough

In a large bowl, combine the Bisquick and sour cream using a fork or pastry blender. The mixture should look crumbly.

Add the 7-Up and stir just until combined. The dough will be very wet and sticky—this is normal!

3. Shape the Biscuits

Dust a clean surface with about ¼ to ½ cup of Bisquick.
Scrape the dough onto the surface and gently coat it in the dry mix so it’s easier to handle.

Pat (don’t roll) the dough into a 1-inch thick circle or rectangle.
Use a 2–3 inch biscuit cutter (or rim of a glass) to cut out about 8 biscuits. Tip: Press straight down—don’t twist!

4. Prepare the Pan

Pour the ½ cup melted butter into your prepared skillet or baking dish.
Place biscuits snugly into the pan, allowing just a little space between each.

5. Bake

Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until biscuits are puffed and golden brown on top.

Optional: Turn on the broiler for the last minute if you want a deeper golden crust—but watch carefully!

6. Rest & Serve

Let the biscuits sit in the warm butter for 5 minutes before serving. They’ll absorb even more flavor while staying crisp on the bottom.

Serve warm with butter, jam, honey—or even smothered in sausage gravy for a hearty breakfast!

Pro Tips

• Don’t overmix! Gentle handling = fluffier biscuits.

• Use cold sour cream to keep the dough nice and chilled.

• Make them mini: Use a smaller cutter for appetizer-sized biscuits.

Final Thoughts

These 7-Up Biscuits are proof that sometimes the best recipes come from the most unexpected ingredients. Whether you’re serving them for breakfast, holiday dinners, or a quick weekday side, they deliver comfort and flavor in every bite.