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Classic Buttermilk Biscuits

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Classic Southern-style biscuits made with just self-rising flour, butter, and buttermilk, resulting in tender, flaky layers perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups self-rising flour
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, frozen
  • 1 cup cold buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Measure 2 cups of self-rising flour by spooning it into a measuring cup and leveling it off. Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl.
  3. Grate the frozen butter into the flour. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Pour the cold buttermilk into the flour mixture and gently stir until a sticky dough forms.
  5. Lightly flour a work surface and turn the dough out onto it. Gently knead the dough a few times, folding it over itself to create layers. Do not overwork the dough.
  6. Pat the dough out to about 1-inch thickness. Use a floured biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits and place them on a baking sheet with the sides touching.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
  8. Remove from the oven and serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Keep butter frozen for easier grating and flakier layers.
  • Do not overmix or overknead the dough to ensure tenderness.
  • Placing biscuits close together helps them rise higher.
  • Serve with butter, honey, or jam for added flavor.

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