Description
These Fluffy Southern Buttermilk Biscuits are light, buttery, and perfectly flaky. Made with simple ingredients, they come together in just 30 minutes, making them ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Whether served with honey, jam, butter, or sausage gravy, these homemade biscuits will become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour (White Lily recommended)
- 5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter (or vegetable shortening), cubed
- 1 to 1¼ cups cold buttermilk
- Melted butter or heavy cream for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
- Cut in the Butter: Add cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or fork to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Buttermilk: Pour in 1 cup of cold buttermilk, stirring until just combined. If the dough is too dry, add an extra ¼ cup buttermilk.
- Shape the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface, gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle, and fold it over itself 3-4 times to create layers.
- Cut the Biscuits: Use a biscuit cutter to cut out rounds, pressing straight down without twisting. Place biscuits on the baking sheet, touching slightly for soft sides.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown on top.
- Brush with Butter & Serve: Brush with melted butter and serve warm with your favorite toppings!
Notes
- For extra flaky biscuits: Keep the butter cold and fold the dough several times before cutting.
- Make ahead: Freeze unbaked biscuits on a baking sheet, then transfer them to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen at 425°F for 18-20 minutes.
- Serving suggestions: Pair with butter, honey, jam, or sausage gravy for the perfect Southern meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern