Buttermilk Drop Biscuits

Fluffy, golden, and impossibly easy to make, these Buttermilk Drop Biscuits are the perfect addition to any meal! Skip the hassle of rolling and cutting dough—this recipe uses a quick drop method that yields tender, buttery biscuits with minimal effort. With just 10 minutes of prep time, a few pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cold buttermilk come together to create the ultimate comfort food. Each biscuit boasts a lightly crisp exterior and a soft, airy interior, enhanced by optional melted butter brushed on top for extra richness. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, these no-fail biscuits pair beautifully with butter, jam, or a generous ladle of gravy. Whether you’re a novice baker or a seasoned pro, this recipe is bound to become your go-to for irresistible homemade biscuits.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
• 0.75 cup Buttermilk (cold)
• 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 or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold unsalted butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. It's okay if there are pea-sized chunks of butter remaining.

Step 4

Pour the cold buttermilk into the flour mixture. Using a fork or spatula, gently stir just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing; the dough should be slightly sticky.

Step 5

Using a large spoon or a cookie scoop, drop heaping mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. You should get approximately 8 biscuits.

Step 6

Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden brown.

Step 7

If desired, brush the tops of the warm biscuits with melted butter for added flavor and a shiny finish.

Step 8

Allow the biscuits to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before serving. Enjoy them warm with butter, jam, or gravy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	597.5 grams (597.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2061

Total Fat 123.40g	158%
Saturated Fat 76.90g	385%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 329mg	110%
Sodium 2923mg	127%
Total Carbohydrate 209.00g	76%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 22.10g
Protein 32.00g	64%

Vitamin D 114IU	568%
Calcium 277mg	21%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 566mg	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: 53.5%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 40.3%