Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits (Print Version)

Golden, flaky buttermilk biscuits with buttery layers - a Southern classic ready in just 30 minutes for any meal occasion.

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour

02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder

03 - ½ teaspoon baking soda

04 - 1 teaspoon salt

05 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, very cold and cubed

06 - ¾ to 1 cup cold buttermilk

07 - 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing)

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

03 - Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

04 - Gradually add buttermilk, stirring just until dough comes together. Do not overmix.

05 - Turn dough onto a floured surface. Gently pat into a ¾-inch thick rectangle.

06 - Fold the dough in half and pat it out again. Repeat folding 2–3 times for flaky layers.

07 - Cut biscuits using a 2½-inch round cutter. Place on the baking sheet with edges just touching.

08 - Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown on top.

09 - Brush with melted butter immediately after baking, if desired.

01 - Keep ingredients and tools as cold as possible for best results.

02 - For a sweet version, add 1 tablespoon sugar and serve with jam or honey.

03 - Biscuits can be frozen before or after baking.