7-Up Biscuits – 5 Amazing Tricks for the Fluffiest, Most Delicious Biscuits Ever

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Introduction

There’s something magical about homemade biscuits. Warm, buttery, and straight from the oven, they remind me of Sunday mornings at my grandmother’s house. The smell of golden biscuits baking in a cast-iron skillet was enough to get everyone to the table in seconds. But here’s the secret she never told me until years later—sometimes the easiest recipes are the best.

That’s where 7-Up Biscuits come in. Yes, you read that right—these biscuits use soda! The carbonation from 7-Up (or Sprite if that’s what you have on hand) makes the dough rise beautifully, giving you light, fluffy, cloud-like biscuits without the fuss of yeast or hours of kneading. Add in a little sour cream for richness and a buttery bake, and you’ve got biscuits that will make everyone ask for seconds.

These biscuits are not only simple, but they also prove that shortcuts in the kitchen can still lead to extraordinary results. Whether you’re pairing them with fried chicken, smothering them in gravy, or enjoying them with a pat of butter and honey, this recipe is one you’ll want to keep forever.

Ingredients for 7-Up Biscuits

To make these melt-in-your-mouth biscuits, you’ll only need a few pantry staples.

Bisquick (plus more for dusting): 4 cups
Sour cream: 1 cup
7-Up or Sprite: 1 cup
Butter, melted: ½ cup

That’s it—just four ingredients! And yet, the results are absolutely bakery-worthy.

Directions for 7-Up Biscuits

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). A hot oven is key to getting that gorgeous golden crust.

Step 2: Mix the Dough

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Bisquick and sour cream. Use a fork or pastry blender until crumbly. Pour in the 7-Up, gently mixing until just combined. Don’t worry if the dough seems sticky—that’s exactly what you want.

Step 3: Shape the Dough

Dust your surface with a little extra Bisquick. Scrape the sticky dough onto it and gently coat it so it’s easier to handle. Pat the dough into a 1-inch-thick rectangle. Avoid overworking it—this keeps the biscuits tender.

Step 4: Cut the Biscuits

Use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut 8 round biscuits. Press straight down—don’t twist—so the biscuits rise tall and fluffy.

Step 5: Butter the Pan

Pour the melted butter into a 10-inch cast-iron skillet or 9×9 baking dish. Place the biscuits directly in the buttery pan so they bake golden on the bottom.

Step 6: Bake to Perfection

Bake for 12–14 minutes until the tops are golden brown. Let the biscuits rest for 5 minutes in the skillet so they soak up that delicious melted butter.

Serve warm and enjoy the fluffiest biscuits of your life.

Tips & Variations

Cheesy Biscuits: Stir 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese into the dough before baking.
Herb Butter Biscuits: Add chopped fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, or parsley into the melted butter.
Sweet Twist: Brush with honey butter after baking for a sweet finish.
Mini Biscuits: Use a smaller cutter to make bite-sized versions, perfect for party platters.
Freezer Friendly: Make a double batch and freeze unbaked biscuits. Bake straight from frozen—just add 3 minutes to the baking time.

Storage

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Refrigerator: Keeps for up to 5 days. Warm in the oven before serving.
Freezer: Freeze baked or unbaked biscuits for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen.

Time & Yield

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 8 biscuits

Tools Used

Large mixing bowl
Biscuit cutter or glass
Cast iron skillet or baking dish
Measuring cups and spoons

FAQs

Q1: Can I make 7-Up Biscuits with regular flour instead of Bisquick?
Yes! Use 4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp cold butter cut into flour as a Bisquick substitute.

Q2: Can I use diet soda?
You can, but regular 7-Up or Sprite gives the biscuits a better rise and slightly sweeter flavor.

Final Thoughts

These 7-Up Biscuits prove that baking doesn’t have to be complicated. With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you get fluffy, buttery biscuits that taste like they took hours to make. They’re perfect for breakfast with jam, lunch with soup, or dinner alongside hearty comfort food.

And if you love easy, old-fashioned recipes like this, you’ll definitely want to try my Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings or this fluffy Pineapple Juice Cake for dessert. For more creative biscuit and bread ideas, check out this guide on Delish’s bread recipes.