Golden Buttermilk Biscuits: A Flaky Delight

Golden Buttermilk Biscuits: A Flaky Delight

30 mins
easy
12 servings

These fluffy buttermilk biscuits are a perfect breakfast or brunch treat. Easy to make and incredibly delicious, they're sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

BiscuitsBreakfastEasy

Equipment Needed

  • 2-inch biscuit cutter
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry blender or sharp knife

Ingredients

  • 4.00 cupsAll-Purpose Flour(Ensure flour is at room temperature.)
  • 1.00 teaspoonSalt
  • 2.00 teaspoonsBaking Powder
  • 1.00 teaspoonBaking Soda
  • 0.75 cupsUnsalted Butter(Cold and cubed.)
  • 1.75 cupsButtermilk(Room temperature.)
  • 1.00 largeEgg(For egg wash.)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a large bowl.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

3

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

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Gradually add buttermilk, mixing until just combined. Don't overmix.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

5

Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat into a disc.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Roll out dough to about 1/2 inch thickness.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

7

Cut biscuits using a 2-inch biscuit cutter.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

8

Place biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

Brush tops with beaten egg.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

10

Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Estimated time: 12 minutes

11

Serve warm with butter, jam, or honey.

Estimated time: 1 minutes