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chocolate gravy biscuits

chocolate gravy biscuits

There's nothing quite like the comforting aroma of freshly baked biscuits mingling with rich chocolate. This cherished Southern classic, chocolate gravy biscuits, brings a heartwarming sweetness to any morning or afternoon gathering, featuring tender, flaky biscuits smothered in a velvety, indulgent chocolate sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: Serves 6 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for gravy)
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for gravy)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (for gravy)
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk until well mixed.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Make a well in the center, add the buttermilk, and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it 4-5 times. Shape into a 3/4 inch thick circle.
  6. Cut out biscuits and arrange them on the baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
  7. While the biscuits are baking, prepare the chocolate gravy by whisking together sugar, cocoa, flour, and salt in a saucepan.
  8. Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly until the gravy thickens.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla until melted.
  10. Serve the biscuits warm with generous amounts of chocolate gravy over them.

Notes

Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days. Store chocolate gravy in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Reheat gravy gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of milk to return to desired consistency.
Reheat biscuits in a preheated oven.