These Butter Biscuits are golden, buttery, and oh-so-flaky. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or alongside your favorite dinner, they’re quick to make and simply irresistible! 🥰
🛒 Ingredients:
- 🧈 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, very cold
- 🌾 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 🥄 1 tbsp baking powder
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🍯 1 tbsp sugar (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
- 🥛 1 cup buttermilk, cold
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar (if using).
3️⃣ Cut in the Butter:
- Grate the cold butter or cut it into small cubes. Add it to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4️⃣ Add Buttermilk:
- Pour in the buttermilk and gently mix until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
5️⃣ Shape the Dough:
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a rectangle about 1-inch thick.
- Fold the dough over itself 3-4 times to create layers for extra flakiness.
- Roll it out again to a 1-inch thickness.
6️⃣ Cut the Biscuits:
- Use a round cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out biscuits. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, slightly touching for soft sides or spaced apart for crispier edges.
7️⃣ Bake:
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
8️⃣ Brush with Butter:
- Immediately brush the hot biscuits with melted butter for extra flavor.
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Ultra-Flaky: The folded layers create a dreamy texture.
- Versatile: Perfect with butter, jam, honey, or as a base for biscuits and gravy.
- Simple Ingredients: Pantry staples make these easy to whip up anytime.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Great for family gatherings, holidays, or everyday meals.
Enjoy these Flaky Butter Biscuits warm from the oven and let the buttery goodness melt in your mouth! 🧈🍞✨