Buttermilk Biscuits from Scratch
Wake up to the delightful aroma of homemade buttermilk biscuits! These fluffy, golden-brown biscuits are perfect for breakfast or any meal. With their flaky texture and rich flavor, they’re a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with butter, jam, or even savory dishes. Experience the joy of baking these easy-to-make biscuits that promise to elevate your culinary game.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 3/4 cup buttermilk (cold)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse sand.
- Gradually add buttermilk while stirring gently until just combined.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly about 5-6 times.
- Pat dough into 1-inch thick rounds and cut out biscuit shapes.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg