How to Make Biscuits Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit 2 cups flour 1 Tablespoon Baking Powder 2 Teaspoons Sugar ½ Teaspoon Cream of Tartar ¼ Teaspoon Salt Mix that together Cut in a ½ cup butter – coarse crumbs Add 2/3 cup milk 450 oven for 10 to 12 minutes Makes 8 to 10 biscuits