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Buttermilk biscuits are a staple of Southern cuisine in the United States, often served with breakfast or as a side dish. Their flaky texture and rich flavor come from the use of buttermilk and butter, making them a beloved comfort food. Today, variations can be found across the country, often served with gravy or as part of a hearty meal.

Ingredients

  • all-purpose flour
  • baking powder
  • baking soda
  • salt
  • unsalted butter
  • buttermilk
  • sugar
  • black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. 2In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  3. 3Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. 4Make a well in the center and pour in the buttermilk.
  5. 5Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. 6Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently 5-6 times.
  7. 7Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1-inch thick.
  8. 8Cut out biscuits using a floured cutter, pressing straight down without twisting.
  9. 9Place the biscuits on a baking sheet, close together for soft sides or spaced apart for crisp edges.
  10. 10Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  11. 11Remove from oven and brush the tops with melted butter if desired.
  12. 12Serve warm with butter or jam.

Ingredient Alternatives

buttermilk

Healthier: Greek yogurt

Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess while reducing calories.

unsalted butter

Healthier: coconut oil

Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

all-purpose flour

Healthier: whole wheat flour

Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

Healthier: honey

Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey can add natural sweetness.

Techniques

mixingcuttingbaking

Equipment

mixing bowlpastry cutterbaking sheetrolling pincookie cutter
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Also Known As

Southern BiscuitsFlaky Biscuits

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rice flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
  • 1 tbsp honey (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. 2In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. 3Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. 4Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk and honey (if using).
  5. 5Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. 6Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. 7Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden.
  8. 8Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Equipment

mixing bowlbaking sheetparchment paperspoon or ice cream scoop

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