Mountain Dew Biscuits are a fun and easy twist on classic Southern biscuits. Made with just a few simple ingredients, including Mountain Dew soda, these biscuits are light, fluffy, and slightly sweet. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish for your favorite meal!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and Easy: Minimal ingredients and simple steps make this recipe perfect for beginners.
- Unique Flavor: The soda adds a subtle sweetness and helps create a light, tender texture.
- Versatile: Great for breakfast with jam or honey, or as a side for savory dishes like fried chicken.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Fun, unique, and delicious—sure to be a hit at any meal.
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
- Bisquick or other biscuit baking mix
- Sour cream
- Mountain Dew soda
- Butter, melted
Directions
- Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dough:
- In a large bowl, combine the biscuit mix and sour cream. Mix until crumbly.
- Pour in the Mountain Dew and stir until a soft dough forms. The dough will be sticky, which is normal.
- Shape the Biscuits:
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently press it into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
- Use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out biscuits.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Pour the melted butter into the prepared baking dish. Place the biscuits on top of the butter, ensuring they’re close together but not touching.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with butter, jam, or honey.
Servings and Timing
- Servings: Makes 12 biscuits
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Variations
- Cheesy Biscuits: Add shredded cheddar cheese to the dough for a savory twist.
- Herbed Biscuits: Mix in chopped fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley.
- Sweet Biscuits: Sprinkle the tops with cinnamon sugar before baking for a dessert-like treat.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free biscuit mix.
- Spicy Biscuits: Add a pinch of cayenne or a dash of hot sauce to the dough for a kick.
Storage/Reheating
- Storage: Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Reheating: Warm in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes or in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.
- Freezing: Freeze baked biscuits in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat as needed.
FAQs
1. Why use Mountain Dew in biscuits?
The soda acts as a leavening agent, adding sweetness and helping create a fluffy texture.
2. Can I use a different soda?
Yes, lemon-lime sodas like Sprite or 7-Up work just as well.
3. Can I make these without sour cream?
You can substitute plain Greek yogurt for sour cream, though the flavor and texture may differ slightly.
4. Can I use homemade biscuit dough?
Yes, but the unique sweetness and fluffiness may be different without the soda.
5. Do I need to grease the pan if using butter?
No, the melted butter provides enough grease to prevent sticking.
6. Can I make drop biscuits instead?
Yes, scoop the dough directly onto the baking sheet instead of shaping and cutting.
7. How do I avoid overmixing the dough?
Mix until just combined; overmixing can make the biscuits dense.
8. Can I double the recipe?
Yes, simply double the ingredients and bake in two pans or in batches.
9. Why are my biscuits not rising?
Ensure your baking mix is fresh, and don’t overwork the dough.
10. Can I use unsalted butter?
Yes, but you may want to add a pinch of salt to the dough for balance.
Conclusion
Mountain Dew Biscuits are a fun and easy recipe that delivers fluffy, buttery biscuits with a hint of sweetness. Whether you’re making them for breakfast, as a side dish, or as a snack, these unique biscuits are sure to become a family favorite. Try them today and enjoy the magic of soda in your baking!
PrintMountain Dew Biscuits
These Mountain Dew Biscuits are soft, buttery, and slightly sweet. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this quick and easy recipe uses Mountain Dew for a unique twist, giving the biscuits a tender and fluffy texture. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a side dish for dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 biscuits 1x
- Category: Side Dish, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 cups Bisquick mix (or other biscuit baking mix)
- 1 cup Mountain Dew
- ½ cup sour cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Bisquick mix, sour cream, and Mountain Dew. Mix until just combined into a sticky dough.
Shape the Biscuits:
- Lightly flour a surface and turn out the dough. Gently pat it down to about 1-inch thickness.
- Use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out biscuits. Place them snugly in the prepared baking dish.
Add Butter and Bake:
- Brush the tops of the biscuits with half of the melted butter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
Serve:
- Remove the biscuits from the oven and brush with the remaining melted butter. Serve warm.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat in the oven for best results.
- Add flavor: For a savory twist, stir in shredded cheese or chopped herbs.
- Shortcut: Instead of cutting the biscuits, drop spoonfuls of the dough directly into the baking dish.