Fluffy, tender, and nearly fat-free—these healthy biscuits are a game-changer for anyone craving comfort without the calories. Both low-fat and low-calorie, they’re made with just two simple ingredients, come together quickly, and are completely beginner-friendly. All the biscuit goodness, none of the guilt.
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😊Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Healthy and Low-Fat – These biscuits are made without butter or oil, so they fit beautifully into a low-fat, low-calorie lifestyle.
- Ridiculously Easy – Two main ingredients, no special tools. From mixing bowl to the plate in 25 minutes.
- Beginner-Proof – No biscuit-making experience needed. This is as stress-free and foolproof as it gets.
- Customizable – Add a pinch of herbs or a touch of sweetness—this base recipe adapts to your cravings.
- Comfort Food Without the Guilt – All the warm, tender satisfaction of a biscuit, minus the fat and calories.
🥣What you need to make these healthy yogurt biscuits
Self-Rising Flour
A shortcut blend of flour, baking powder, and salt. If you don’t have it on hand, make your own:
- DIY Substitute:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
✅Pro Tip: Use aluminum-free baking powder to avoid any bitter aftertaste.
Nonfat yogurt
Use regular or Greek-style nonfat yogurt—both work well. Greek yogurt is thicker and tangier, so you may need to loosen the dough with a splash of milk or a bit more yogurt.
✅Pro Tip: Don’t use flavored or sweetened yogurt—they’ll throw off the taste and texture.
🥣 Nutrition Snapshot: Healthy Biscuits vs. Traditional Buttermilk Biscuits
| Per Biscuit (Approx.) | Healthy Yogurt Biscuits | Traditional Buttermilk Biscuits |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | ~135 | ~200–220 |
| Total Fat | 0–1g | 10–12g |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 6–8g |
| Protein | 4–5g | 3g |
👨🍳Quick Overview: How to Make Healthy Biscuits
1. Mixing the dough
Combine self-rising flour (or the DIY substitute) with nonfat plain or Greek yogurt in a bowl.
✅Pro Tip: Stir just until combined—don’t overmix.
2. Shape the biscuits
Make 8 drop biscuits and place them evenly on a parchment-lined or non-stick baking sheet.
✅Pro Tip: You could use cooking spray (like PAM), which would add a pinch of oil.
2b. Optional: How to Make Cut Biscuits
Want more classic biscuit shapes? Pat the dough ¾-inch thick on a floured surface. Cut out 8 biscuits with a 2-inch cutter (6 with a 2½-inch cutter, but the Bake time may increase by 1–2 minutes).
✅Pro Tip: Press straight down with the cutter—don’t twist, or you’ll seal the edges and reduce the rise.
3. Baking until golden
Bake until golden brown in a fully preheated oven at 400°F convection or 425°F conventional for about 12-15 minutes until golden.
✅Pro time: Important! Always use a fully preheated oven for biscuits.
For full step-by-step instructions, scroll down to the printable recipe card or keep reading for tips, flavor options, and serving ideas.
🤔Variations and Add-ins
Add a touch of honey or sugar to turn these into sweet low-calorie biscuits. Top with berries for a fresh, healthy treat.
Stir in herbs, garlic, or even shredded cheese (yes, it adds fat—but it’s delicious).
For a fruity variation, try my Low-Fat Blueberry Scones, a close cousin of this recipe.
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Healthier Sausage Gravy and Biscuits ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This healthy, low-calorie version of Biscuits and Gravy uses low-fat sausage gravy with these yogurt biscuits, so you can enjoy your favorite breakfast without bypass surgery.
↕️How to adjust the number of biscuits
This recipe is easy to adjust to the number of biscuits you want.
- In the recipe card, change the number of servings to the number of biscuits you want.
- Follow the ingredient list—not the written instructions, which don’t scale.
- Cook for the same amount of time.
🍽️Serving suggestions
They are delicious with soups or as a breakfast sandwich. Or try them with my healthy chili recipes, such as Healthy White Chicken Chili or Texas Style Chili.
😊Other biscuit recipes
Looking for other biscuit recipes (not low-fat), check these out:
- Cheddar Bay Biscuits – a Red Lobster copycat recipe for buttery and cheesy biscuits.
- Cornbread Biscuits – a rustic twist with a hint of sweetness. A faster cornbread.
- Grilled Biscuits – ideal for cookouts or campfire mornings.
❄️Storage
- Room temperature: Store biscuits in an airtight container for 2–3 days.
- Refrigerator: Keeps up to a week sealed tightly.
- Freezer: Individually wrap tightly in plastic, then place in a freezer bag for 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
✅ Pro Tip: Reheat gently in the oven or toaster oven for best texture. A microwave will soften the texture.
❓FAQs
They’re soft and fluffy, but not flaky, and you might notice a slight yogurt tang, especially with Greek yogurt.
Not quite. Bisquik™ is similar to self-rising flour but includes fats, making it a ready-to-use mix for quick biscuits, quick breads, and other baked goods. If you’re looking for low-fat options, it’s better to stick with self-rising flour.
Yes, in the DIY substitute version, but add extra yogurt or a splash of milk for more moisture. Expect a denser, less fluffy biscuit.
Not recommended. The leavening in self-rising flour starts working as soon as it’s mixed—bake immediately for the best rise.
📖The Recipe Card with Step-by-Step Instructions
Healthy Yogurt Biscuits (Low-Fat & Easy!)
Video Slideshow
Ingredients
- 1¼ cup non-fat yogurt
- 2 cups self-rising flour
DYI substitute for self-rising flour.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400° convection or 425° regular. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper, a silicon mat, or a light coat of PAM cooking spray.
- Use 2 cups of self-rising flour or the DIY substitute of 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
- Add 1¼ cups of nonfat yogurt. Fold in until all the dry ingredients are incorporated—do not over mix. If you use Greek yogurt, you may need a tablespoon or so of milk or more yogurt.
- The easiest next step is to do 8-drop biscuits. If you want to cut biscuits, spread the dough on a floured surface about ¾ inches thick. Use a biscuit cutter and make six 2 ½ inch or eight 2-inch biscuits. The larger biscuits will take a few more minutes to bake.
- Place your biscuits (dropped or cut) on the prepared baking pan.
- Be sure the oven is fully preheated for a good rise of the biscuits. Bake until golden brown—about 12-15 minutes.
Recipe Notes
Pro Tips
- The exact nutrition values depend entirely on the ingredients you choose. Different yogurt brands have different nutritional values and change their product over time.
- Greek yogurt works fine. However, it will have a stronger yogurt flavor and need a touch of milk or more yogurt. It may vary by brand, but 1-2 tablespoons of milk is the probable range.
- Store sealed at room temperature for 2-3 days, refrigerate for a week, or freeze for 3 months.
Your Own Private Notes
To adjust the recipe size:
You can adjust the number of servings above; however, only the amount in the ingredient list is adjusted, not the instructions.
Nutrition Estimate (may vary)
Editor's Note: This article was originally published on March 16, 2013. It has been updated with expanded options, refreshed photos, and a table of contents to help with navigation.
Gail says
Can you use this dough recipe to maje chicken pot pie?
Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan says
Hi Gail,
Welcome to the blog.
Yes, if you are using it for a biscuit top. But it probably will not make a good bottom crust.
Dan
C Jenkins says
This is a great recipe and so easy. I sprinkle mine with a little Everything Bagel seasoning for extra flavor.
Rosie Taylor says
In the UK these are not biscuits , more of a scone texture. They are simple to make and tasty. I think I'll use this recipe for a fruit or minced meat topping. Back to the search for biscuits.