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Buttermilk Biscuits Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 biscuits

Description

This easy buttermilk biscuits recipe produces soft, flaky, and buttery biscuits in just 25 minutes. With only seven simple ingredients and no need for dough rising or chilling, you can quickly whip up a batch of classic homemade biscuits perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
  • 1 large egg
  • ¾ cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Prep your tools: Preheat your oven to 425ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silpat. Set aside to be ready for the biscuits.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the 2 cups of all-purpose flour along with the baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
  3. Add the butter: Incorporate the cold, small pieces of unsalted butter into the dry ingredients by rubbing them together with your fingers until the mixture looks like coarse breadcrumbs. This creates the flaky texture.
  4. Add the wet ingredients: Make a well in the center of the breadcrumb-like mixture and add the egg and buttermilk. Stir with a spoon just until a rough dough forms, taking care not to overmix.
  5. Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured countertop and gently work it just until it holds together. Avoid over-kneading to keep the biscuits tender and flaky.
  6. Shape the biscuits: Press the dough into a circle about ¾ inch thick. Use a 2½-inch biscuit cutter, pushing straight down and twisting once to cut rounds. Dip the cutter in flour if it sticks. Gather scraps, roll them out, and cut more biscuits or shape the last bit by hand.
  7. Bake: Arrange the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet spaced apart to allow for rising. Bake for 15-17 minutes until the tops turn golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
  8. Serve: Optionally, brush the warm biscuits with melted salted butter for extra richness right after baking. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use cold butter to ensure the biscuits are flaky.
  • Do not over-knead the dough to avoid tough biscuits.
  • If the biscuit cutter sticks, dust it with flour before cutting.
  • Biscuits are best served warm but can be reheated gently.
  • You can substitute buttermilk with milk mixed with a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar if needed.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://myeasyplate.com/buttermilk-biscuits-recipe/