For the flakiest biscuits, it's crucial to keep the butter and buttermilk as cold as possible. You can even chill the flour beforehand! Don't overmix the dough! Overmixing develops the gluten, resulting in tough biscuits. Mix until just combined. If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to a liquid measuring cup, then filling it with milk to reach 3/4 cup. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using. For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of garlic powder or onion powder to the flour mixture.
Homemade Biscuits
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME35 mins
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SERVING10 People
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VIEWS20
Experience the simple joy of perfectly flaky, golden-brown biscuits, made from scratch with tender care. These homemade delights are the ideal accompaniment to any meal, or simply enjoyed warm with a pat of butter.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate21 g
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Cholesterol37 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium521 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat14 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
2 mins
Cut the cold butter into 12 to 16 small cubes. Keep chilled until ready to use. (2 minutes)
03
Step
2 mins
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. (2 minutes)
04
Step
5 mins
Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (5 minutes)
05
Step
3 mins
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour in the cold buttermilk. Stir until just combined. The dough will be shaggy. (3 minutes)
06
Step
3 mins
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead the dough 5-6 times, just until it comes together. Be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)
07
Step
5 mins
Pat the dough into a 3/4-inch thick rectangle. Use a biscuit cutter or a sharp knife to cut out biscuits. (5 minutes)
08
Step
2 mins
Place the biscuits onto a baking sheet. Brush the tops and sides of the biscuits with half of the melted butter. (2 minutes)
09
Step
15 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown. (12-15 minutes)
10
Step
2 mins
Remove from the oven and immediately brush with the remaining melted butter. Serve warm. (2 minutes)
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Delpha Mosciski
Jul 1, 2025I added a little honey to the melted butter before brushing, and it was delicious!
Alessia Mckenzie
Jun 28, 2025The tip about keeping the ingredients cold is key. My biscuits were perfectly flaky!
Verner Kerluke
May 10, 2025I've never been able to make good biscuits before, but this recipe is foolproof!
Graham Shields
May 1, 2025These biscuits are so easy to make and taste amazing! My family loves them.