Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits
Indulge in the buttery, tender perfection of homemade flaky buttermilk biscuits that are guaranteed to steal the spotlight at any meal. This foolproof recipe combines simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and tangy buttermilk to create golden layers of fluffy goodness. The secret lies in the folding technique, which stacks delicate layers of dough, ensuring each bite is irresistibly flaky. Ready in just 30 minutes, these biscuits pair beautifully with sweet jams, savory gravies, or as a standalone treat brushed with melted butter fresh out of the oven. Whether you’re serving them for breakfast, dinner, or a cozy afternoon snack, these buttermilk biscuits deliver homemade comfort that’s impossible to resist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 cup Buttermilk (cold)
- 2 tablespoons Melted butter (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry blender or your fingertips to 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 flour mixture and pour in the cold buttermilk. Gently stir the mixture with a fork or spatula until the dough begins to come together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat it into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Fold the dough in half, then pat it out again. Repeat this folding process 3-4 times to create layers, which will help achieve flakiness.
Flatten the dough to about 1-inch thickness. Use a round biscuit cutter (or a glass with a floured rim) to cut out biscuits. Press straight down without twisting to ensure the biscuits rise properly.
Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure they touch slightly if you prefer softer sides or spaced apart for crispier edges.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
If desired, brush the tops with melted butter immediately after removing from the oven for added richness.
Serve warm and enjoy with your favorite condiments or as a side to your meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 124.5 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.3 g | 386% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 331 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 4617 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 259.9 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 40.2 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 723 mg | 15% | |
*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.
