Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits
Warm, flaky, and buttery, homemade buttermilk biscuits are a classic comfort food that's perfect for any meal of the day. Whether served alongside breakfast, as a side dish with dinner, or as a base for sandwiches, these biscuits are sure to be a hit. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of tender biscuits that will have everyone coming back for more. Follow this easy recipe to make delicious buttermilk biscuits from scratch.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup buttermilk cold
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Cut in Butter:
- Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Alternatively, you can use a food processor for this step.
Add Buttermilk:
- Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the cold buttermilk.
- Using a fork or a wooden spoon, gently stir the mixture until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Shape the Dough:
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead the dough a few times until it forms a cohesive ball. Do not overwork the dough.
Cut Out Biscuits:
- Roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness. Using a floured biscuit cutter or a sharp knife, cut out rounds of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake the Biscuits:
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake the biscuits for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top and cooked through.
Serve Warm:
- Once baked, remove the biscuits from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly.
- Serve the buttermilk biscuits warm, with butter, jam, honey, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
Tips:
- Cold Ingredients: Make sure your butter and buttermilk are cold, as this helps create flaky layers in the biscuits.
- Handling the Dough: Handle the biscuit dough as little as possible to avoid overworking it, which can result in tough biscuits.
- Customization: Feel free to add grated cheese, herbs, or spices to the biscuit dough for added flavor variations.