Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250g)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes: 1 cup (2 sticks, 226g)
- Buttermilk: 3/4 cup (180ml)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add cold butter cubes and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work them into the flour mixture until coarse crumbs form. Do not overwork the dough.
- Gradually add buttermilk while mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead a few times to form a ball.
- Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/2 inch (1.3cm).
- Use a 3-inch (7.6cm) biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits.
- Place biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 10g
Dish Characteristics:
- Flaky and buttery
- Tender and flavorful
- Perfect for breakfast or as a side dish
User Comments:
- "These biscuits are the best I've ever had! So easy to make and so delicious."
- "I served these with fried chicken and they were a hit with my guests."
- "Perfect for a lazy weekend morning breakfast."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use ice-cold butter and buttermilk to keep the biscuits flaky.
- Do not overwork the dough, as this will make the biscuits tough.
- Bake the biscuits in a preheated oven to ensure they rise evenly.
