Southern Biscuits
Get ready to experience the essence of Southern comfort with these buttery, flaky Southern Biscuits. Made with a blend of all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and a touch of both milk and buttermilk for irresistible tenderness, these biscuits are the perfect addition to any meal. The dough is folded just right to create delectable, flaky layers, and they bake up golden brown in just 15 minutes. Whether paired with honey, jam, or savory gravy, these classic biscuits are a versatile, mouthwatering delight. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish, this easy homemade recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, very cold
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 0.25 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional, for brushing)
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, and salt until well combined.
Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
In a separate bowl or measuring cup, combine the milk and buttermilk. Pour this mixture into the flour mixture all at once.
Using a wooden spoon or spatula, gently stir the mixture until it forms a rough dough. Be careful not to overmix—it’s okay if it looks a little shaggy.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead the dough 3-4 times just to bring it together, then pat it into a rectangle about 1-inch thick.
Fold the rectangle into thirds like a letter (this will help create flaky layers). Pat it out again into a 1-inch-thick rectangle. Repeat this folding process one more time.
Using a round biscuit cutter (about 2-3 inches in diameter), press straight down into the dough without twisting. Transfer the cut biscuits to the prepared baking sheet, arranging them close together for soft sides or spaced apart for crisper edges.
Gather the scraps of dough, gently press them together, and cut more biscuits, being careful not to overwork the dough.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
If desired, brush the tops of the hot biscuits with melted butter immediately after baking.
Serve warm with butter, jam, honey, or gravy. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2127 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.4 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.8 g | 409% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 355 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 3855 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.1 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 33.8 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 360 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 646 mg | 14% | |
*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.
