Pre-making dough isn’t a new concept. Southern grandmothers have been doing it for generations, often called “drop biscuits” because you just spoon and go. In the UK, scones—their buttery cousin—are famously made ahead for cream teas.
Homemade Biscuits Recipe - Amanda's Cookin'
Fun fact: the term “biscuit” comes from the Latin bis coctus, meaning “twice baked.” This originally referred to hardtack, but modern biscuits have evolved into a pillowy luxury. Pre-making dough is simply a return to practical roots.
And let’s not forget the global love for frozen dough. From French pâte brisée to Indian paratha, cultures worldwide have long embraced the “make now, eat later” philosophy. You’re in good company.
