Texas Buttermilk Biscuits

Discover the ultimate comfort food with these heavenly Texas Buttermilk Biscuits—a perfect balance of tender, buttery layers and that signature tangy flavor from cold buttermilk. This quick and easy recipe elevates classic Southern-style biscuits with a simple folding technique that creates irresistibly flaky textures ideal for breakfast, brunch, or snacking. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour and baking powder, plus the option to brush with honey and melted butter for a golden, glistening finish, these homemade biscuits are baked to perfection in just 15 minutes. Serve them warm with your favorite spreads, jams, or creamy country gravy for a delicious taste of Texas tradition that will delight your family and guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

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 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 1 cup Buttermilk (cold)
• 2 tablespoons Honey (optional, for brushing)
• 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, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well mixed.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. It's okay if some of the butter pieces are pea-sized.

Step 4

Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the cold buttermilk. Gently stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat it into a rectangle about 1 inch thick. Fold the dough in half over itself, turn it 90 degrees, and gently press it out again. Repeat this folding process 4–5 times to create flaky layers.

Step 6

After the final fold, press the dough into a 1-inch-thick rectangle. Using a 2- to 3-inch biscuit cutter, cut out as many biscuits as possible. Press straight down without twisting the cutter to ensure the biscuits rise properly.

Step 7

Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are touching slightly for a higher rise.

Step 8

Re-roll the leftover dough scraps to cut out additional biscuits, being careful not to overwork the dough.

Step 9

Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.

Step 10

If desired, mix together the melted butter and honey, and brush the tops of the hot biscuits as soon as they come out of the oven for added flavor.

Step 11

Serve warm with your favorite toppings like butter, jam, or gravy. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	637.5 grams (637.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1539

Total Fat 28.50g	37%
Saturated Fat 16.50g	83%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 73mg	24%
Sodium 4602mg	200%
Total Carbohydrate 281.90g	103%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 47.00g
Protein 39.40g	79%

Vitamin D 145IU	727%
Calcium 333mg	26%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 720mg	15%

*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: 16.6%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 73.1%