Buttermilk Biscuits Southern

Golden, flaky, and irresistibly tender, these Southern Buttermilk Biscuits are the ultimate comfort food staple. Made with simple pantry ingredients and enriched with cold butter and chilled buttermilk for that signature melt-in-your-mouth texture, these biscuits are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any meal that calls for a side of Southern charm. The recipe features a clever folding technique to create buttery layers, while the option to brush the tops with melted butter adds a finishing touch of indulgent flavor. Whether served warm with a drizzle of honey, slathered with jam, or paired with hearty gravy, these homemade biscuits are sure to impress. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re a quick and delicious way to bring genuine Southern hospitality to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold)
• 0.75 cups buttermilk (chilled)
• 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing, optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.

Step 4

Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the chilled buttermilk. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat or roll it out into a rectangle about 1 inch thick. Fold the dough in half, then turn it 90 degrees, and pat it out again. Repeat this folding process 2-3 more times to create layers.

Step 6

After the final fold, pat the dough out to a 1-inch thickness. Use a 2 1/2-inch round biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out biscuits, pressing straight down without twisting. Gather any scraps, reshape, and cut out more biscuits until all the dough is used.

Step 7

Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart for crisp edges or close together for softer sides.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits are puffed.

Step 9

Optional: Brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter immediately after they come out of the oven for extra flavor and shine.

Step 10

Serve warm with butter, jam, or your favorite topping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	556.4 grams (556.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1780

Total Fat 96.50g	124%
Saturated Fat 59.90g	300%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 256mg	85%
Sodium 3367mg	146%
Total Carbohydrate 198.60g	72%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 9.60g
Protein 31.80g	64%

Vitamin D 156IU	778%
Calcium 270mg	21%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 559mg	12%

*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: 48.5%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 44.4%