Description
A delightful recipe for flaky buttermilk biscuits that are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and prepare 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 until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the buttermilk and stir gently until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently, then pat into a rectangle about 1-inch thick.
- Cut out biscuits using a floured cutter and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to keep biscuits light and fluffy.
- Use cold butter for the best flaky texture.
- Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.
- Freeze leftover biscuits for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: buttermilk biscuits, flaky biscuits, Southern biscuits, baking recipe