Use this to make biscuit dumplings for chicken and dumpling recipe or for delicious flaky, crumbly hot biscuits that are low carb and keto-friendly.
In a bowl, whisk flour, pancake mix, salt, baking soda, sugar, and xanthum gum (if using).
Next, add in butter and shortening. Using hands or pastry cutter work these ingredients in till crumbly. Do not overwork the mixture.
Add the buttermilk and with a spatula or wooden spoon, gently combine until it forms a crumbly but sticky dough.
Scoop out and shape in to 6 thick biscuits.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
For dumplings, cut into pieces, depending on the size and amount needed for your dish.
For biscuits, preheat oven to 400 degrees and bake for 15 minutes. NOTE: You can also freeze biscuits and serve whenever you are craving.