Oh My Buttermilk Biscuits
Fluffy, golden, and irresistibly buttery, "Oh My Buttermilk Biscuits" are a homemade delight that will elevate any meal. These classic buttermilk biscuits are crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and baking powder, but the real secret lies in the cold, diced butter that creates tender, flaky layers. With just 15 minutes of prep time, the dough comes together quickly and is gently kneaded for a light, airy texture. Baked to perfection and brushed with a luscious layer of melted butter, these biscuits are perfect served warm alongside honey, jam, or savory dishes like fried chicken or hearty stews. Whether for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, this recipe for homemade buttermilk biscuits is bound to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 0.75 cups buttermilk (cold)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
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 to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Add the cold, diced butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the cold buttermilk. Gently stir with a fork until the dough just comes together; do not overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it gently 2–3 times to bring it together, then pat it into a ¾-inch thick rectangle.
Use a 2.5-inch biscuit cutter to cut out rounds, pressing straight down without twisting for even rising. Gather the scraps, gently press them together, and cut out more biscuits until all the dough is used.
Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart. If you prefer softer sides, arrange them so they are touching.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
Remove the biscuits from the oven and immediately brush the tops with the melted butter for an extra layer of flavor and shine.
Serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2030 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.6 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.8 g | 389% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 332 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 3049 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 198.5 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 31.9 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 277 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 566 mg | 12% | |
*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.
