Our Favorite Buttermilk Biscuits Recipe

As a busy work-from-home mom, I swear by this buttermilk biscuit recipe. It’s quick, easy, and yields delicious results every time.

Needed Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Baking sheet
• Pastry cutter or fork

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup buttermilk

How to Make Buttermilk Biscuits?

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in buttermilk until dough forms.
5. Turn dough onto floured surface, pat into 1/2-inch thickness.
6. Cut biscuits with round cutter, place on baking sheet.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.

What is a Buttermilk Biscuit?

A buttermilk biscuit is a classic American quick bread made with buttermilk, flour, butter, baking powder or soda, and salt. It’s light, fluffy, and slightly tangy.

Recipe Origin

This recipe has been passed down in my family for generations, cherished for its simplicity and irresistible taste.

Yield: 1

Buttermilk Biscuits Recipe

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Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup buttermilk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in buttermilk until dough forms.
5. Turn dough onto floured surface, pat into 1/2-inch thickness.
6. Cut biscuits with round cutter, place on baking sheet.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

1. Can I use regular milk instead of buttermilk?
   Yes, you can substitute regular milk, but the biscuits may not be as tender or flavorful.
   
2. Can I freeze the unbaked biscuits?
   Yes, you can freeze them on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
   
3. How long do leftover biscuits last?
   Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for longer storage.

What to Serve Buttermilk Biscuits With?

Enjoy your buttermilk biscuits warm with butter, jam, honey, or alongside your favorite breakfast dishes like eggs and bacon.