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    Home » Recipes » Bread

    'Buttermilk' Kefir Biscuits with Summer Berry Compote

    Published Jul 14, 2014 by Allyson · 26 Comments
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    ‘Buttermilk’ Kefir Biscuits with Summer Berry Compote

    Until I moved to the south, I don’t think I really had a genuinely delicious biscuit that made me proclaim, ‘I love biscuits!’ But after being to a couple real southern restaurants, I learned what a real biscuit was supposed to taste like…fluffy, buttery, light and airy, and most of all delicious.  I have become obsessed with fresh biscuits, and I love making them at home.  If you have made biscuits at home, you probably know there are a ton of different ways to make them, and most yield different types of results…all delicious! We love using Lifeway Kefir at our house, so I wanted to try out making biscuits using Kefir, instead of buttermilk.  Kefir can be substituted in pretty much any recipe where it calls for buttermilk.  Lifeway Kefir contains 12 live and active probiotic cultures that support the immune system and balance digestive health. It is naturally gluten free, 99% lactose free, contains no artificial sweeteners and is rich in calcium.

    ‘Buttermilk’ Kefir Biscuits with Summer Berry Compote

    Lifeway also only uses milk that comes from cows that are not treated with pesticides, antibiotics, or synthetic growth hormones - the cows are grass fed and GMO free. There are so many health benefits in using Lifeway Kefir, and like I said, it’s so easy to use it as a replacement in recipes!

    For the first part of this recipe you need to mix the flour and kefir, and let it sit basically over night (at least 12 hours) in the fridge. I suggest doing it before you go to bed, and then you are ready to go in the morning. Once you get baking in the morning, it takes about 20 minutes to whip this entire breakfast up! So delicious and satisfying (see printable recipe at bottom of post).

    Take the bowl from the fridge with the flour/kefir and dump it into a food processor.  Then add in 6 tablespoons of cut up cold butter. Pulse the food processor about 5 times, and once the mixture resembles a crumble-y texture, stop. You do not want to over mix this! Then, lay out the dough onto a lightly floured board, and press it together (the crumbles should come together easily), kneading it a bit.  Press the dough about an inch thick, and then use a biscuit cutter (or a small glass top like I do) to cut out the biscuit rounds.

    ‘Buttermilk’ Kefir Biscuits with Summer Berry Compote

    Place the biscuits on parchment paper on a baking sheet and bake at 450 for about 12 minutes or until golden brown. You don’t want to overcook!

    ‘Buttermilk’ Kefir Biscuits with Summer Berry Compote

    In the meantime you can make the summer berry compote.  In a small saucepan over low heat, add 2 TBS butter and ¼ cup packed brown sugar. Let the butter melt and stir to dissolve the sugar.  Then add ¾ cup chopped strawberries (tops removed), and ¾ cup blueberries.  Stir gently and increase heat to medium-low.  Let simmer for about 6-8 minutes (while biscuits are cooking), stirring occasionally.  Once the biscuits are ready, remove from oven and break each biscuit in half, placing on a plate. Spoon some of the compote on top of the biscuits and serve!

    Enjoy!

    ‘Buttermilk’ Kefir Biscuits with Summer Berry Compote

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    'Buttermilk' Kefir Biscuits with Summer Berry Compote
    Ingredients
    Ingredients for the Biscuits
    • 2 cups flour
    • ¾ cup Lifeway Plain Kefir
    • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 tablespoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 6 tablespoons butter very cold
    Ingredients for the Berry Compote
    • 2 TBS butter
    • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
    • ¾ cup chopped strawberries
    • ¾ cup blueberries
    Instructions
    Directions for Biscuits
    1. 1. 12 to 24 hours prior to making biscuits, mix the flour and kefir together. Cover and place in fridge.
    2. 2. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
    3. 3. Cut the butter into small chunks and then work it into the flour/kefir mixture along with the baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Do not over-mix. I used my food processor for this step, pulsing 5 times or so).
    4. 4. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured board. Gently pat the dough to 1 inch thick.
    5. 5. Use a round cutter to cut out the biscuits and place onto a baking sheet covered in parchment paper.
    6. 6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown.
    Directions for berry compote (make while biscuits are baking)
    1. 1. In a small saucepan over low heat, add butter and brown sugar. Let the butter melt and stir to dissolve the sugar.
    2. 2. Add the strawberries and blueberries and stir gently-increase heat to medium-low. Let simmer for about 6-8 minutes (while biscuits are cooking), stirring occasionally.
    3. Once biscuits are done baking, remove from oven. Let cool a few minutes, then break each biscuit in half, and spoon compote over each side of the biscuit. Enjoy!
    Recipe Notes

    You can use other berries such as blackberries or raspberries as well!

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    Comments

    1. Shannah @ Just Us Four

      July 14, 2014 at 9:08 am

      I love biscuits! Adding fruit on top is so genius for summer.

      Reply
      • Allyson

        July 14, 2014 at 12:03 pm

        Thanks, Shannah! I really love it because the summer berries are so fresh and delicious right now!

        Reply
    2. Jessica (@ToodiesMomma)

      July 14, 2014 at 2:38 pm

      Oh how yummy are these! I love the idea of adding fruit to the biscuits for a refreshing twist. These look so good!

      Reply
    3. Robin (Masshole Mommy)

      July 14, 2014 at 3:14 pm

      That sounds absolutely wonderful!! I would love to make this sometime soon!!

      Reply
    4. Matthew's Mom

      July 14, 2014 at 3:37 pm

      I'm on a health kick and have been trying to work Kefir into my diet. This recipe with it looks awesome!

      Reply
    5. mamatomanyblessings

      July 14, 2014 at 3:46 pm

      I have never had Kefir before, sounds yummy and a nice milk substitute!

      Reply
    6. Jessica @EatSleepBe

      July 14, 2014 at 5:48 pm

      Those look so delicious! We've used Kefir a bit and have been trying to find more ways to utilize it.

      Reply
    7. Helene Cohen Bludman

      July 14, 2014 at 6:03 pm

      These sound delicious, and the fresh fruit topping makes it a great summer dessert.

      Reply
    8. deannaritz

      July 14, 2014 at 6:18 pm

      I have a thing for blueberries and strawberries together! But, I have never had them on a biscuit before. Looks fantastic. Can't wait to try!

      Reply
    9. Maria Constanza Oller Martin

      July 14, 2014 at 7:04 pm

      ok I been trying to incorporate more kefir in our diet and other thna smoothies had no clue thanks for the recipe I really need to try

      Reply
    10. loisaltermark

      July 14, 2014 at 9:09 pm

      That looks so yummy - and healthy! Will definitely be making these!

      Reply
    11. bellanna3

      July 14, 2014 at 9:18 pm

      This looks so good. What a perfect breakfast or dessert with those fresh berries and biscuits...and better for you too!

      Reply
    12. shaunatorres

      July 14, 2014 at 9:34 pm

      I have never thought about cooking with Kefir... how smart... love this recipe. Thanks for sharing

      Reply
    13. Liz Mays

      July 14, 2014 at 11:31 pm

      I'd say your experiment was a success. This looks really good!

      Reply
    14. Debbie Denny

      July 15, 2014 at 6:11 am

      Well I would have to have blackberries with this. Great idea .

      Reply
    15. April Smith Decheine

      July 15, 2014 at 8:33 am

      You know I have yet to try Kefir, I am all about getting in my probiotics too, will have to give it a try.

      Reply
    16. Laura (Lauras Little House Tips)

      July 15, 2014 at 11:23 am

      We love Kefir and your so right the south is crazy big on biscuits. Yours look delicious. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
    17. Annie {Stowed Stuff}

      July 15, 2014 at 12:17 pm

      That recipe looks amazing. Must try making these someday!

      Reply
    18. Diane Nassy (@philZENdia)

      July 15, 2014 at 1:36 pm

      That looks so delicious. I need to get some Kefir into my diet.

      Reply
    19. Linda

      July 15, 2014 at 3:03 pm

      love from scratch buttermilk biscuits! They make a mean shortcake too.

      Reply
    20. Taralyn - Keep Moving Forward With Me

      July 16, 2014 at 9:28 am

      We love kefir! Can't wait to try this recipe now!

      Reply
    21. Emily Thompson

      July 18, 2014 at 10:23 am

      Kefir is the perfect buttermilk substitute!! these look SOOO good. Pinned and can't wait to try!!

      Reply
    22. Becca McLelland

      May 22, 2018 at 9:11 pm

      I totally didn't know that a)kefir could be using instead of buttermilk b) it is 99% lactose free! Game changer for this lactose intolerant, buttermilk biscuit lovin' girl! I can't wait to pick some up. I even have a coupon for it in my purse and yet never thought I would use it. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Allyson

        May 23, 2018 at 10:14 am

        WOW! What a coincidence! I hope you love it!

        Reply
    23. ANNIE

      July 13, 2019 at 8:29 am

      Delicious nutritious and healthy salad.. I love the salad dressing!! YUMM!

      Reply
    24. HB

      February 08, 2020 at 10:07 am

      This did not work for me? Dough was to tough to try to cut the butter into?

      Reply

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