Description
These Mile-High Buttermilk Biscuits are a Southern classic with golden tops, flaky layers, and a rich buttery taste that makes them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, easy dinner sides, or just cozy food ideas, this easy recipe will become your go-to for homemade comfort. Ready in under 30 minutes, they pair beautifully with both sweet and savory toppings, from jam and honey to sausage gravy. Ideal for brunch, holiday gatherings, or a simple morning treat.
Ingredients
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter (very cold, cut into cubes or grated)
1 cup cold buttermilk
2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add cold butter to the flour mixture and cut in using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Pour in the cold buttermilk and stir just until a shaggy dough forms—do not overmix.
5. Turn dough out onto a floured surface. Pat into a rectangle and fold like a letter. Repeat this folding 2–3 times for layered texture.
6. Flatten the dough to about 1 inch thick. Cut out biscuits using a round cutter, pressing straight down without twisting.
7. Place biscuits on the baking sheet, touching for soft sides or spaced for crispier edges. Brush tops with melted butter.
8. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and tall.
9. Remove from oven and brush again with melted butter. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Keep all ingredients, especially the butter and buttermilk, as cold as possible before mixing for maximum flakiness.
Avoid overmixing the dough—handle it gently to keep biscuits light and tender.
For extra rise and layers, use the folding technique before cutting the dough.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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