Mary Rogers's Sourdough Biscuits

Fluffy, buttery, and irresistibly tangy, Mary Rogers's Sourdough Biscuits are a must-try for sourdough enthusiasts and biscuit lovers alike! These homemade delights strike the perfect balance between tender layers and a golden, crispy exterior, thanks to the combination of an active sourdough starter and cold, cubed butter. With a few expert techniques—like gentle folding for flaky layers and avoiding overmixing for melt-in-your-mouth softness—this recipe ensures baking success every time. Ready in just 35 minutes, these crowd-pleasing biscuits pair beautifully with butter, honey, or your favorite jam, making them a delicious addition to breakfast spreads, brunch gatherings, or warm, comforting dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 1 cup Sourdough starter (active and bubbly)
• 0.25 cup Buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons Melted butter (optional, 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 all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to combine well.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter into the dry mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Gently stir in the sourdough starter and buttermilk using a wooden spoon or spatula. Mix just until the dough comes together; do not overmix to ensure tender biscuits.

Step 5

Lightly flour a work surface and turn out the dough. Pat it out into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Fold the dough in half, then rotate it 90 degrees. Pat and fold two more times; this creates flaky layers.

Step 6

Using a lightly floured biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out biscuits. Avoid twisting the cutter, as this can seal the edges and hinder rising. Re-roll scraps as necessary.

Step 7

Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are close but not touching. This helps them rise taller as they bake.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown on top.

Step 9

Optional: Brush the tops with melted butter immediately after removing them from the oven for an extra layer of flavor.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy with butter, honey, or your favorite jam!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(761.9g)

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 2066.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 262.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 3.9g
Protein 37.8g	0%

Vitamin D 50.0IU	0%
Calcium 153.9mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	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%