Grandma's Sourdough Biscuits

Fluffy, tangy, and irresistibly buttery, Grandma’s Sourdough Biscuits are a timeless classic that bring comfort straight from the oven to your table. This nostalgic recipe combines the rich flavor of an active, bubbly sourdough starter with the tender flakiness of cold butter and buttermilk, resulting in biscuits that are perfectly golden on the outside and soft on the inside. Whether you’re baking for a cozy weekend breakfast or a savory holiday spread, these biscuits are easy to make in just 30 minutes and ideal for pairing with butter, jam, or your favorite toppings. Learn the secret to tall, evenly risen biscuits with simple kneading and cutting techniques that will make every bite a delight. Perfect for sourdough lovers and biscuit enthusiasts alike, this recipe is a must-try addition to your baking repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cups Cold unsalted butter
• 1 cup Sourdough starter (active and bubbly)
• 0.25 cups Buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons Melted butter (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Add the sourdough starter and buttermilk to the bowl. Gently stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough starts to come together.

Step 5

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it 3-4 times to bring it together, being careful not to overwork the dough.

Step 6

Pat or roll the dough out to approximately 1-inch thickness. Use a 2.5-inch biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits, pressing straight down without twisting to ensure they rise evenly.

Step 7

Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they’re close but not touching (this helps them rise taller). Gather the scraps, re-pat, and cut out additional biscuits.

Step 8

Brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter for a golden finish.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown on top and cooked through.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm with butter, jam, or your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(767.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2319.6

Total Fat 124.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 327.9mg	0%
Sodium 4426.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 262.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 4.0g
Protein 37.8g	0%

Vitamin D 104.3IU	0%
Calcium 153.9mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 530.3mg	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: 48.3%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 45.1%