Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits
A delightful recipe for light, fluffy buttermilk biscuits perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a savory side.
Ingrédients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour The base of your biscuit.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder Helps achieve that fluffy rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Balances the acidity of the buttermilk.
- 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the flavor and brings all ingredients together.
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup buttermilk Provides moisture and a subtle tang.
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed The key to rich, flaky layers.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. Keep the butter cold for perfect flaky layers.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). This high temperature is crucial for a beautiful rise.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture and blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the buttermilk, stirring gently until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it a few times until it holds together.
- Roll out the dough to about 1-inch thickness and cut out biscuits with a biscuit cutter.
- Place cut biscuits on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
Store biscuits in an airtight container after cooling. Can be frozen for longer storage.