Easy Southern Style Biscuits

Fluffy, tender, and irresistibly buttery, these Easy Southern Style Biscuits are the perfect addition to any meal. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cold unsalted butter, this recipe delivers authentic Southern charm in just under 25 minutes. The key to their signature flakiness lies in gently folding the dough to create layers, while the cold ingredients ensure light, melt-in-your-mouth results. Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the oven brushed with melted butter, or topped with honey, jam, or gravy, these golden-brown biscuits are versatile enough for breakfast, dinner, or a comforting snack. Perfectly soft on the inside with crisp edges, this quick and easy recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold)
• 0.75 cup whole milk (cold)
• 2 tablespoons butter (melted, for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt to combine.

Step 3

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the cold milk. Using a fork or spatula, mix until just combined and a sticky dough forms. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently fold the dough over itself 5 to 6 times to create layers, being careful not to overwork it.

Step 6

Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Use a round biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass (approximately 2.5 inches in diameter) to cut out biscuits, being careful not to twist the cutter. Re-roll scraps as needed to cut out additional biscuits.

Step 7

Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they touch slightly for softer sides. Alternatively, space them apart for crispier edges.

Step 8

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

Step 9

Optional: Brush the tops of the freshly baked biscuits with melted butter for extra flavor.

Step 10

Serve warm with butter, honey, jam, or any topping of your choice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	557.6 grams (557.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1834

Total Fat 100.80g	129%
Saturated Fat 62.70g	314%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 267mg	89%
Sodium 2618mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 202.80g	74%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 13.80g
Protein 31.70g	63%

Vitamin D 153IU	767%
Calcium 264mg	20%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 523mg	11%

*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: 49.2%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 44.0%