Description
Learn how to make flaky, buttery homemade biscuits from scratch with this easy recipe. Perfect for breakfast, dinner, or snacks!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
- 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the buttermilk until the dough just comes together.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and fold it 3-4 times.
- Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle and cut out biscuits.
- Place the biscuits on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150