Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Step by Step Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Set your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Let it heat.
Step 2: Combine Dry Items
- In a large bowl, add flour, baking powder, soda, and salt.
Step 3: Add Cold Butter
- Drop in small butter pieces.
- Keep them very cold.
Step 4: Cut Butter into Flour
- Use a fork to press butter into the flour.
Step 5: Mix to Crumb Stage
- Blend until the mix looks like small soft crumbs.
Step 6: Add Buttermilk
- Pour in cold buttermilk.
- Stir softly with a spoon.
Step 7: Bring Dough Together
- Mix just enough for the dough to hold shape.
Step 8: Place on Floured Board
- Sprinkle flour on a clean surface.
- Place dough on it.
Step 9: Flatten the Dough
- Gently press it down until it's 1-inch thick.
Step 10: Cut Out Biscuits
- Use a cutter or glass to cut round shapes.
Step 11: Arrange on Tray
- Set biscuits on a baking tray close to each other.
Step 12: Bake Until Golden
- Place in the oven.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes till golden.
Step 13: Add Butter on Top
- Brush the tops with melted butter, if you like.
Step 14: Serve Fresh
- Serve warm.
- Enjoy with jam, butter, or gravy!
Servings and Preparation Times
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: This recipe makes about 8 to 10 biscuits. You can double the recipe if you need more.
Notes
- Use Cold Ingredients: Use very cold butter and buttermilk.
- Don’t Over-Knead: Don’t knead the dough too much.
- Handle Dough Gently: A light touch makes soft, fluffy biscuits.
- Cut Biscuits Properly: Cut straight down with your cutter—no twisting.
- Place Biscuits Close: Place biscuits close on the tray for taller rise.
- Brush with Butter: Brush with butter for golden color and rich flavor.
