Butter Biscuits Recipe

There’s nothing quite like the comfort of a warm butter biscuit fresh from the oven. Whether served with gravy, jam, or honey, these biscuits are a versatile staple that can accompany any meal. This easy butter biscuit recipe guarantees a tender, flaky texture and rich buttery flavor that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Equipment:

• Mixing bowl
• Pastry cutter or fork
• Rolling pin
• Biscuit cutter or round glass
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
• 3/4 cup whole milk (or buttermilk for extra tang)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in the Butter:
   Add the cold, diced butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add the Milk:
   Slowly pour in the milk, stirring gently until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the biscuits dense.
5. Roll and Cut the Biscuits:
   Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it 2–3 times to bring it together, then roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a biscuit cutter or a round glass to cut out biscuits.
6. Bake:
   Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
7. Brush with Butter (Optional):
   For an extra buttery flavor, brush the tops of the warm biscuits with melted butter right after baking.
8. Serve and Enjoy:
   Serve warm with your favorite toppings, such as honey, jam, or gravy.

Presentation Ideas:

• Arrange the biscuits in a basket lined with a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm.
• Serve on a platter with small bowls of butter, honey, and preserves for a complete spread.

Tips:

• Keep the butter cold for flaky biscuits. You can even freeze the butter for 10 minutes before cutting it in.
• Don’t twist the cutter when cutting the biscuits; this can seal the edges and prevent them from rising.
• Leftover biscuits can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.

Homemade butter biscuits are a timeless classic that brings warmth and comfort to any meal. Whether paired with savory dishes or sweet spreads, these biscuits are a surefire hit. Give this recipe a try, and savor the simple joy of freshly baked biscuits!

Butter Biscuits Recipe

Soft, flaky, and buttery, these homemade butter biscuits are perfect for breakfast, dinner, or any time in between. Whip up this simple recipe for warm biscuits in no time!

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Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Pastry cutter or fork
• Rolling Pin
• Biscuit cutter or round glass
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and diced
• 3/4 cup whole milk or buttermilk for extra tang

Instructions

 

• Preheat the Oven:
• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Mix the Dry Ingredients:
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Cut in the Butter:
• Add the cold, diced butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• Add the Milk:
• Slowly pour in the milk, stirring gently until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the biscuits dense.
• Roll and Cut the Biscuits:
• Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it 2–3 times to bring it together, then roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a biscuit cutter or a round glass to cut out biscuits.
• Bake:
• Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
• Brush with Butter (Optional):
• For an extra buttery flavor, brush the tops of the warm biscuits with melted butter right after baking.
• Serve and Enjoy:
• Serve warm with your favorite toppings, such as honey, jam, or gravy.