Description

These homemade butter biscuits are soft, flaky, and incredibly easy to make. They require just a few simple ingredients and come together in no time. Enjoy them warm with butter, honey, or jam!

Ingredients

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2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
3/4 cup (180ml) cold buttermilk (or whole milk)
2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)

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Instructions

Preheat & Prepare: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
Cut in Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Add Buttermilk: Pour in the cold buttermilk and gently mix until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Roll & Cut: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface. Gently pat it into a ¾-inch thickness. Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out biscuits. Gather scraps and repeat.
Bake: Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, close together for softer edges or spaced apart for crispier sides. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Brush & Serve: Remove from the oven and immediately brush with melted butter. Serve warm with your favorite toppings!

Notes

For extra flaky biscuits, fold the dough over itself a few times before cutting.
If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by mixing ¾ cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.