BUTTER BUTTERMILK BISCUITS

Southern buttermilk biscuits are a classic comfort food that bring joy to any meal. The perfect
biscuit should have a golden-brown exterior, a tender crumb, and a rich, buttery flavor. In this
recipe, we will guide you through the process of creating delightful, flavorful, light, and airy
Southern buttermilk biscuits that will leave your taste buds craving more.

Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

3/4 cup buttermilk, cold

Extra flour for dusting

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and
salt. Whisk the dry ingredients together until well combined.

Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the
butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overwork the
mixture to keep the butter cold.

Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the cold buttermilk. Stir the mixture with a
fork until it just comes together. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky.

Lightly flour a clean surface and turn out the dough onto it. Gently knead the dough 3-4 times,
just until it becomes cohesive. Avoid over-kneading, as this can result in dense biscuits.

Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Using a round biscuit cutter (approximately 2-3
inches in diameter), cut out the biscuits. Press the cutter straight down without twisting to ensure
even rising.
Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between them.
Gather any remaining dough scraps and gently reshape to cut more biscuits.

Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they turn golden brown on
top. Keep an eye on them to avoid over-browning.

Once baked, remove the biscuits from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly.

Serve the biscuits warm with butter, jam, honey, or any desired accompaniment.

Enjoy the delightful flavors of these Southern buttermilk biscuits with their light and airy texture
that pairs perfectly with breakfast, brunch, or any meal throughout the day. They are best enjoyed
fresh out of the oven, but can also be stored in an airtight container for a day or two. Simply
reheat them briefly before serving to maintain their fluffy texture.

Note: Feel free to experiment by adding shredded cheese, fresh herbs, or even crispy bacon bits
to the dough for added flavor variations.