Fluffy Southern Biscuits
Get ready to experience the ultimate comfort food with these Fluffy Southern Biscuits! Perfectly golden on the outside and irresistibly tender on the inside, these homemade biscuits are made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold butter, and just the right touch of buttermilk for a classic Southern flair. The secret to their mouthwatering texture lies in gently folding the dough to create those iconic flaky layers and baking them close together to achieve soft, pillowy edges. Brushed with melted butter right out of the oven, they’re pure perfection served warm with butter, jam, or smothered in rich gravy. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy biscuit recipe delivers bakery-quality results without the fuss, whether you’re whipping up a weekend breakfast or an indulgent side for dinner. Keywords: Southern biscuits, fluffy biscuits, flaky biscuit recipe, buttermilk biscuits, homemade biscuits.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 0.75 cup buttermilk (cold)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and position a rack in the center of the oven.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
Step 3
Cut the cold butter into small pieces. Add the butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces.
Step 4
Pour the cold buttermilk into the bowl and gently stir with a fork or spatula until the dough starts to come together. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it 2-3 times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
Step 6
Fold the dough in half over itself, then pat it out into a 1-inch-thick rectangle again. Repeat this folding process 2 more times, which will create flaky layers.
Step 7
Using a round biscuit cutter (about 2.5 inches in diameter), cut out as many biscuits as you can. Press straight down and avoid twisting the cutter to ensure the biscuits rise evenly. Gather the scraps, gently re-pat the dough, and cut out additional biscuits.
Step 8
Place the biscuits onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure the biscuits are just touching each other. This helps them rise higher and stay soft.
Step 9
Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
Step 10
Remove the biscuits from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter for a beautiful, flavorful finish.
Step 11
Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as butter, jam, or gravy. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (591.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2033.8 |
| Total Fat 123.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 76.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 328.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2742.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 202.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.8g | |
| Protein 32.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 167.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 276.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 565.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories