Easy Buttermilk Biscuits
- Brianne Thomas
- 3d
- 3 min read
These biscuits are light, flaky, buttery, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner!
Soft, buttery, and flaky, these biscuits are bursting with flavor, making them an ideal complement to any meal. This simple buttermilk biscuit recipe is great for a quick breakfast (perfect for on the go!) or as a delicious addition for dishes like Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Caramelized Onion Steak Bites, or a tasty bowl of soup. Once you discover how easy it is to whip up your own buttermilk biscuits, you'll likely never reach for those questionable store-bought versions again!
Why You’ll Love These Easy Buttermilk Biscuits
Budget-Friendly. Simple and affordable pantry staples.
No Junk. You control the quality of ingredients.
Versatile. Use this recipe to create breakfast sandwiches or a pot pie topping.
Meal Prep. This recipe freezes beautifully, making it perfect for meal prepping.
How To Serve Easy Buttermilk Biscuits
Serve these delicious homemade biscuits topped with Homemade Peach Butter, Satsuma Jelly, or Country White Gravy.
Helpful Tips For Making Easy Buttermilk Biscuits
Cold Butter. Ensure your butter is cold. This helps create the flaky layers that are characteristic of great biscuits.
Do Not Overmix. Mixing the dough too much can develop gluten, leading to tougher biscuits.
Do Not Twist. When cutting out the biscuits, don’t twist the cutter. Twisting it will seal off the biscuit edges, preventing the biscuits from rising.
Touching Edges. Place the biscuits close together to help them have a nice high rise and tender centers.
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Yield: 14-16 Biscuits
Ingredients
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 Tablespoon baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 sticks unsalted butter (cold)
2 cups buttermilk
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 5 cups flour, 2 Tablespoons baking powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agent and salt throughout the flour.
Cut the two sticks of cold unsalted butter and cut it into small cubes. Add these to the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. The key is to work quickly to prevent the butter from warming up.
Pour the buttermilk into the flour and butter mixture. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the biscuits tough.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it gently about 5-6 times, just until it holds together.
Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick. Use a floured biscuit cutter to cut out rounds.
Press straight down without twisting to ensure the biscuits rise evenly.
Place the biscuits on a non-stick baking sheet or one lined with parchment paper. For softer sides, arrange them touching each other. For crispier sides, place them about 1 inch apart.
Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes or until they are golden brown on top.
Once baked, remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve them warm with butter, jam, or your favorite toppings.
How to Store Easy Buttermilk Biscuits
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
How to Freeze Easy Buttermilk Biscuits
Prepare biscuits as directed, but do not bake. Place biscuits onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and flash freeze for approximately 1 hour. Remove biscuits from baking sheet and place into a freezer-safe container or storage bag, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
How to Prepare Easy Buttermilk Biscuits From Frozen
Place frozen biscuits onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 425° for approximately 15 17 minutes or until heated through completely and the tops are golden brown.
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