Buttermilk Biscuits

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 8-10 biscuits

Description

These Buttermilk Biscuits are light, flaky, and buttery—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish. With a crisp golden exterior and a soft, tender interior, they’re easy to make and pair wonderfully with jam, gravy, or just a pat of butter.

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Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting

• 1 tablespoon baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, for a slightly sweet biscuit)

• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed

• 3/4 cup (180ml) cold buttermilk, plus extra for brushing

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Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar (if using).

3. Cut in the Butter

• Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients.

• Using a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces remaining.

4. Add Buttermilk

• Pour in the cold buttermilk and stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix—the dough should be slightly sticky.

5. Knead & Shape

• Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface.

• Gently fold the dough over itself 2-3 times to create layers (this helps with flakiness).

• Pat the dough into a 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick rectangle.

• Use a 2.5-inch (6 cm) biscuit cutter (or a glass) to cut out biscuits. Press straight down—do not twist the cutter.

6. Bake

• Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch (2.5 cm) between them.

• Brush the tops lightly with extra buttermilk for a golden finish.

• Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

7. Serve Warm

• Let the biscuits cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.

• Enjoy with butter, honey, jam, or gravy!

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Nutritional Information (Per Biscuit, Approx.)

• Calories: 180 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 20g

• Protein: 3g

• Fat: 10g (Saturated Fat: 6g)

• Cholesterol: 25mg

• Sodium: 350mg

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 1g

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Tips for Perfect Buttermilk Biscuits

✅ Use cold ingredients—this ensures flaky layers.
✅ Don’t overwork the dough—handle it as little as possible.
✅ For extra height, place biscuits close together on the baking sheet.
✅ No buttermilk? Make a substitute by mixing 3/4 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar.

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Conclusion

These Buttermilk Biscuits are a classic, comforting treat that’s simple to make yet incredibly delicious. Whether you serve them for breakfast, with soup, or as part of a hearty dinner, they’re sure to be a hit!