Description
Warm, flaky biscuits made with cold butter and buttermilk for a golden crust and tender crumb. A nostalgic, comforting recipe perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
3/4 cup cold buttermilk
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C)
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt
Add cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or fingertips to blend until mixture resembles coarse crumbs
Gradually pour in buttermilk, stirring gently with a fork until a soft dough forms
Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead a few times
Pat dough to about 1-inch thickness and cut out biscuits using a biscuit cutter
Place biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them 1 to 2 inches apart
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden and flaky
Let cool slightly before serving
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are very cold for best results
Do not overwork the dough to keep biscuits tender
You can reheat biscuits in the oven or toaster for a fresh-from-the-oven taste
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Bread & Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American / Grandma-style
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg