Print

The Best Homemade Biscuits

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

These fluffy, buttery homemade biscuits are made with simple ingredients and come together in under 30 minutes. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, they’re crisp on the outside and tender on the inside.

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 buttermilk, cold
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons melted butter for brushing after baking

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and cut it in using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.
  4. Pour in the cold buttermilk and stir gently just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Gently pat into a rectangle, fold over itself 2–3 times, then pat into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
  6. Use a floured biscuit cutter or glass to cut out biscuits. Press straight down without twisting. Gather scraps and repeat.
  7. Place biscuits on prepared baking sheet, touching for soft sides or spaced for crisp edges. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Brush with melted butter if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use cold butter and buttermilk for the best rise and flaky texture.
  • Do not twist the cutter when cutting biscuits—this prevents them from rising evenly.
  • Fold the dough to create layers and achieve tall, flaky biscuits.
  • Freeze unbaked biscuits for quick baking anytime—just add a few minutes to the baking time.
  • Buttermilk substitute: Mix 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar into 3/4 cup milk and let sit 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/the-best-homemade-biscuits/