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Homemade Biscuits

These Homemade Biscuits are fluffy, buttery, and irresistibly delicious! Perfect for breakfast or any meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuits:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons butter very cold, cubed
  • ¾ cup buttermilk or 2%/whole milk
  • Salted butter melted, optional for drizzling

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry cutter or fork
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Cookie cutter or glass

Method
 

Steps:
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. Step 3: Cut the cold butter into small cubes and mix into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Step 4: Create a well in the mixture and add the buttermilk, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Step 5: Turn the dough onto a floured surface, knead gently, and pat it into a rectangle about ¾ inch thick.
  6. Step 6: Cut out the biscuits using a cookie cutter or glass and place them on a baking sheet.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Step 8: Optionally, brush melted salted butter over the biscuits after baking.

Notes

  • For fluffier biscuits, ensure the butter is very cold.
  • Freeze unbaked biscuits for later baking.
  • Store baked biscuits in an airtight container for up to 3 days.