The Best Buttermilk Biscuits
Flaky, tender biscuits with a golden crust, made with simple ingredients that bake up perfectly every time for a comforting breakfast or side dish. This american-inspired breakfast ready in about 38 minutes combines all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 8, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 cup, cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 1 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Whisk 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp baking soda in a large bowl until combined.
- Step 2: Cut 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter cubes into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces.
- Step 3: Pour 1 cup buttermilk over the flour mixture and stir with a fork until a shaggy dough forms; gently knead 3-4 times on a floured surface until just combined (do not overmix).
- Step 4: Pat dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle, cut into 8 wedges, place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does The Best Buttermilk Biscuits take to make?
Total time is about 38 minutes (20 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover The Best Buttermilk Biscuits?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in The Best Buttermilk Biscuits?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale The Best Buttermilk Biscuits for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with The Best Buttermilk Biscuits?
American breakfast like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
