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drop biscuit

American  

noun

  1. a biscuit made by dropping baking powder biscuit dough from a spoon onto a pan for baking.


Etymology

Origin of drop biscuit

An Americanism dating back to 1850–55


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And I said, "Well, this is a good recipe. This drop biscuit is very easy and the fried chicken is easy as well."

From Salon ● Apr. 22, 2023

I think that the drop biscuits and the fried chicken surprisingly is a good chapter, because it teaches you how to make a good drop biscuit.

From Salon ● Apr. 22, 2023

Then mix together one batch of sourdough drop biscuit dough, gather it up into a rough mound, and roll out with a rolling pin to about ½ inch thick.

From Salon ● Sep. 15, 2021

And who could refuse a drop biscuit sandwich with ham, cheddar, and fig jam — I know I wouldn't.

From Salon ● Sep. 15, 2021

You know this recipe as Erin’s firstly because it’s constructed to be very smart and ease your fears—it’s really no more complicated than the simple drop biscuit recipe she learned from her mom.

From Slate ● Jun. 27, 2018

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