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Simple Buttermilk Biscuit Recipe

These biscuits are warm, flaky and perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 biscuits
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold, cubed
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk cold

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rolling pin
  • Cookie cutter or glass

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Pour in the cold buttermilk and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times.
  6. Roll the dough to about 1-inch thickness, then cut out biscuits with a cookie cutter or glass.
  7. Place the cut biscuits on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for a few minutes.

Notes

Serve warm with your favorite spreads or as a side dish.