Southern Buttermilk Biscuits
Fluffy, buttery, and golden, these Southern Buttermilk Biscuits are a classic comfort food with a tender crumb and rich flavor, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 10–12 biscuits
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
- Optional: 2 tablespoons melted butter for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter with a pastry cutter or fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually stir in the cold buttermilk until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently 2–3 times to bring it together.
- Pat dough into a 1-inch-thick circle and cut out biscuits with a biscuit cutter. Place them close together on the baking sheet.
- Reroll scraps gently and cut additional biscuits if needed.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown on top.
- Brush with melted butter if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- Keep butter and buttermilk very cold for the best rise.
- Do not overwork the dough to maintain a tender texture.
- For savory or sweet variations, mix in cheese, herbs, or sugar as desired.
- Biscuits can be baked in a cast-iron skillet for a crisp bottom.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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