Description
These fluffy and delicious homemade biscuits are buttery, soft on the inside, and perfectly golden on the outside. Ideal for breakfast or as a side with your favorite meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for slight sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the buttermilk and honey (if using) to the flour mixture and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.
- Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle and use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits.
- Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet with sides touching for softer edges or apart for crispier edges.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving warm with butter or jam.
Notes
- Use very cold butter and buttermilk for the best rise and flakiness.
- Do not overwork the dough to keep the biscuits tender.
- For extra flavor, brush the tops with melted butter after baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg