Cracker Barrel Like Biscuits Really

Recreate the warm, buttery magic of a Southern classic with these "Cracker Barrel Like Biscuits Really." This easy-to-follow recipe delivers soft, flaky biscuits that rival the ones served at your favorite country restaurant. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold cubed butter, and tangy buttermilk, these biscuits are elevated with a touch of honey for subtle sweetness. The secret to their tender texture lies in keeping the butter cold and handling the dough just enough to bring it together. Baked to golden perfection and brushed with melted butter, these biscuits are perfect for breakfast, dinner, or any time in between. Serve them warm with a dollop of butter, a drizzle of honey, or your favorite jam for a comforting treat that feels like a hug from the South.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.75 cup Buttermilk (cold)
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 tablespoons Melted butter (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overwork; small pieces of butter should still be visible.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the cold buttermilk and honey until combined.

Step 5

Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir with a fork or a wooden spoon until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing; the dough should be slightly sticky but cohesive.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead the dough a few times (about 5–6 folds) until it just comes together. Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.

Step 7

Using a round biscuit cutter (about 2.5 inches in diameter), cut out biscuits, pressing straight down without twisting to ensure they rise evenly. Re-roll scraps to cut more biscuits, being careful not to overwork the dough.

Step 8

Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are slightly touching. This helps them rise higher and fluffier.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

Step 10

Remove the biscuits from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter for a rich, golden finish.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy with additional butter, honey, or jam of your choice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(549.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1656.8

Total Fat 75.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 199.6mg	0%
Sodium 2734.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 26.8g
Protein 31.6g	0%

Vitamin D 109.4IU	0%
Calcium 265.2mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 564.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 51.8%