Cathead Biscuits
Fluffy, golden, and irresistibly rustic, Cathead Biscuits are a Southern classic that bring hearty charm to your table. Named for their extra-large, "cathead"-sized portions, these biscuits are made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, buttermilk, and cold cubed butter, ensuring a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. A quick and easy recipe with just 15 minutes of prep time, these oversized biscuits are brushed with melted butter before baking, creating a golden crust that pairs perfectly with their soft, flaky interior. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, serve them warm with butter, jam, or as a base for savory dishes like sausage gravy. With their old-fashioned appeal and comforting flavor, Cathead Biscuits are sure to become a favorite for family gatherings or weekend indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1.5 cups buttermilk (cold)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for brushing, melted)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, quickly cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the cold buttermilk. Stir gently with a fork or wooden spoon until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.
Using floured hands, divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into rough, oversized balls (about the size of a small orange) and place them on the baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter for a golden, flavorful finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits have risen beautifully.
Remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm with butter, jam, or your favorite accompaniments.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2542 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.3 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.6 g | 378% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 326 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 3566 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 311.7 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.4 g | ||
| Protein | 50.3 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 505 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 971 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
