Soft and moist, freshly baked biscuits are a fabulous treat that you can easily create at home. This fluffy quick bread makes a perfect breakfast, no matter which accompaniment you choose.
You can serve it plain with butter or enjoy it with jams, honey, or gravy – anything to your liking.
The most ideal scenario is, of course, having freshly prepared biscuits. Unfortunately, sometimes we also need to deal with some leftovers.
Perhaps you decide to freeze some portions for next week. Either way, all you need to do is to reheat them properly so that even leftovers will be light and melt in your mouth.
Reheating biscuits is completely easy – no matter if they are home-baked or store-bought ones. You freshen them up in three easy ways; in the oven, toaster oven, or microwave. Get ready to learn more on that below!
Note: This article covers the American version of biscuits, a type of quick bread.
Option 1: Reheating Biscuits In The Oven
As always, the golden standard in warming up baked goods is doing it in the oven because the heat distributes evenly. Thus, this technique yields the closest quality to freshly baked pieces in terms of texture and flavor. Plus, it also allows you to warm up a large batch at a time! It’s perfect if you need to serve a big crowd!
Here is the detailed instruction to reheat biscuits in the oven.
1. Preheat your oven to 350 °F.
2. In parchment paper-lined baking paper, arrange biscuits evenly in a single layer. Don’t place them on top of each other.
3. Bake for 5 to 8 minutes until they are nicely warmed up.
4. Once done, take them out and lightly brush them with melted butter.
5. Serve with your favorite accompaniment!
Option 2: Reheating Biscuits In A Toaster Oven
This technique is the second best to reheating in the conventional oven. It is also an excellent alternative if you need to deal with a small batch of quick bread.
Here is how to do it.
1. Preheat your toaster oven to 350 °F.
2. Line the tray with parchment paper and lay the biscuits evenly.
3. Bake for about 3 to 8 minutes, depending on the size and how cold the biscuits are. Reheating chilled pieces takes slightly longer than those kept at room temperatures.
Option 3: Reheating Biscuits In A Microwave
If you’re wondering whether you can reheat biscuits in the microwave, yes, sure you can! This time-saving technique is quite effective in warming up some leftovers from Popeyes, KFC or Pillsbury.
Don’t be afraid that they will end up dry and crumbly. In fact, we have a smart hack to keep them moist and fluffy.
Here are the detailed instructions.
1. Take the biscuits out of the fridge.
2. Lightly dampen some paper towels to wrap the biscuits. Make sure they are damp, not dripping wet.
3. Wrap each piece separately in a damp paper towel. The wrapping helps retain the moisture, so the quick bread won’t dry out and become stiff as it reheats.
4. Put wrapped biscuits in a microwave-safe container.
5. Microwave over medium heat for 45 to 60 seconds.
6. After the reheating time has elapsed, take them out and check if they are nicely warmed up. If not, return them and reheat for another 10 to 15 seconds.
7. Once ready, uncover them and lightly brush them with melted butter.
8. Serve while they’re still lovely and warm.
FAQs
How do you keep biscuits fresh overnight?
They can be wrapped in aluminum foil or packed into a resealable plastic bag. Make sure they are adequately covered, so they won’t dry out quickly. Properly stored, freshly baked biscuits will stay fresh for 1 to 2 days at room temperature.
How long do biscuits last?
Homemade or store-bought biscuits can stay at room temperature for 1 to 2 days. To improve shelf life, they can be refrigerated for up to a week. After baking, they also freeze wonderfully for up to 2 to 3 months.
Can biscuits be made ahead of time?
Yes. You can make the dough during the weekend or whenever you have time. Flash freeze the unbaked pieces for several hours until solid, pack them in a freezer bag, and freeze for up to 2 to 3 months.
Can I freeze cooked biscuits?
Yes. After baking, cool them on a baking rack. Once cool enough, wrap them individually in aluminum foil. Place wrapped pieces in a freezer bag, seal well, and pop the package into the freezer.
In A Nutshell
Reheating biscuits is not a hard nut to crack on. You can quickly do this task in the oven, toaster oven, even in the microwave.
The oven technique is considered the best method. It produces similar quality to freshly baked ones. Fortunately, reheating in the microwave can also preserve its delicate texture if you wrap the biscuits in a damp paper towel.
There you go, three effortless methods to warm up leftover biscuits. Follow our ultimate guide above, so you can savor the quick bread that tastes fresh out of the oven!
Rosa graduated with a master degree in Food Safety from Wageningen University and Research, The Netherlands. Recently, she started a consulting agency to facilitate the improvement of food safety, quality, and sustainability.
