Buttery Biscuit Sticks
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Back when I first started blogging, I needed a quick bread to serve with dinner and didn’t have much time to spare. I remembered a simple recipe for Buttery Biscuit Sticks from the Betty Crocker website, and it was exactly what I needed. With just three ingredients—Bisquick, butter, and water—it couldn’t be much easier.
These biscuit sticks come together fast. You melt the butter right in a 9×13-inch pan, mix the Bisquick with water to make a soft biscuit dough, then roll and cut the dough into sticks. Each piece gets coated in the melted butter before baking, which gives the outside plenty of rich, buttery flavor.
For such a simple recipe, I was really impressed with how good they tasted. They’re soft, tender, and basically like a buttery biscuit in stick form. Mine may not have looked quite as picture-perfect as the Betty Crocker version, but the flavor more than made up for it.
These are especially good served alongside soup, chili, or a hearty dinner, and their shape makes them perfect for dipping. They’re one of those easy recipes that’s worth keeping around for nights when you want homemade bread without a lot of work.
Ingredients for Biscuit Sticks
- BUTTER – Adds rich flavor and helps the outside of the biscuit sticks bake up golden and delicious. Rolling the dough in the melted butter also gives each stick a buttery coating from top to bottom.
- ORIGINAL BISQUICK® MIX – Makes these biscuit sticks quick and easy by providing the flour, leavening, and other dry ingredients all in one mix.
- WATER – Brings the Bisquick together to form a soft biscuit dough that can be rolled and cut into sticks.
Instructions for Biscuit Sticks
Preheat the oven to 425°F. Place the butter in a 9×13-inch baking dish and set it in the oven just until the butter melts. Remove the pan from the oven and set aside.
Meanwhile, stir together the Bisquick and water in a medium bowl until a soft dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a surface generously dusted with Bisquick, then gently roll it in the mix to coat. Shape the dough into a ball and knead it about 5 times.
Roll the dough into a 10×6-inch rectangle. Cut the rectangle in half lengthwise so you have two long strips, each about 3 inches wide. Then cut each strip crosswise into 12 pieces, making 24 biscuit sticks total. Each stick should be about 3/4-inch wide.
Place each dough stick in the pan with the melted butter, turning to coat all sides. Arrange the sticks evenly in the pan.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden and baked through. Serve warm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different baking mix instead of Bisquick?
Yes, another all-purpose baking mix should work, but the texture and flavor may vary slightly depending on the brand.
Why is my dough sticky?
This is a soft biscuit dough, so a little stickiness is normal. Dust the work surface and dough lightly with Bisquick so it’s easier to handle without adding too much extra mix.
Do I need to knead the dough very much?
No. Knead it only about 5 times. Overworking biscuit dough can make the finished sticks tougher instead of tender.
Can I make these ahead of time?
They’re best served warm and fresh from the oven, but you can bake them ahead and reheat them briefly before serving.
What should I serve with Biscuit Sticks?
They’re especially good with soup, chili, pasta, or any meal where you want a quick bread for dipping.
Can I add seasonings?
Yes. Garlic powder, Italian seasoning, Parmesan, or a little shredded cheese would all be easy ways to change up the flavor.
How do I know when they’re done?
The tops should be lightly golden and the centers should look fully baked rather than doughy.
Tips and Tricks
- Don’t overwork the dough. Mix and knead just enough to bring it together so the biscuit sticks stay soft and tender.
- Use plenty of Bisquick on your work surface. This helps prevent sticking while you roll and cut the dough.
- Cut the sticks as evenly as possible. Similar-sized pieces will bake at the same rate.
- Coat each stick well in the melted butter. Turning the dough in the butter gives the biscuit sticks more flavor and helps them brown nicely.
- Serve them warm. These are best straight from the oven when they’re soft, buttery, and perfect for dipping.
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Biscuit Sticks
Real Mom Kitchen
Equipment
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup butter or margarine
- 2 cups Original Bisquick® mix
- ½ cup cold water
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425°F. In a 13×9-inch pan, melt butter in the oven. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir the baking mix and water until a soft dough forms. Place dough on a surface generously dusted with Bisquick mix; gently roll in Bisquick mix to coat. Shape into a ball; knead 5 times.
- Roll the dough into a 10×6-inch rectangle. Cut it in half lengthwise, then cut each half crosswise into 12 sticks, about 3/4-inch wide. Place each dough stick in the pan with the melted butter, turning to coat all sides. Arrange the sticks evenly in the pan. Bake 12 to 15 minutes. Serve hot.
