Billion Dollar Buttery Biscuits
Flaky, golden, and melt-in-your-mouth soft—these biscuits taste like they belong on a five-star breakfast table. My grandma used to call them her “little golden pillows,” and I finally understand why. Whether you’re serving them with soup, gravy, or just melting butter and honey, they’re worth every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (very cold or frozen), grated
- 1 cup cold buttermilk
- 2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
Cut in the grated cold butter using a fork or your hands until mixture is crumbly.
Pour in buttermilk and stir until just combined—don’t overmix.
Turn dough out onto a floured surface and gently pat into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
Fold the dough over itself 3–4 times to create layers, then roll out again.
Cut biscuits using a floured round cutter and place on the baking sheet close together.
Bake for 12–15 minutes or until tops are golden. Brush with melted butter and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per Biscuit (1 of 10) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 220 |
| Carbohydrates | 26g |
| Protein | 4g |
| Fat | 11g |
| Sodium | 340mg |
Printable Summary
| Billion Dollar Buttery Biscuits | |
|---|---|
| Ingredients | Flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, cold butter, buttermilk, melted butter for brushing |
| Instructions | Mix dry ingredients. Cut in butter. Add buttermilk. Fold dough. Cut biscuits. Bake at 450°F for 12–15 min. Brush with butter. |
FAQs
Can I use milk instead of buttermilk?
Yes, just add 1 tbsp of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and let it sit 5 minutes.
Why is the butter frozen?
Cold butter creates steam in the oven, which leads to flaky layers.
Can I freeze these biscuits?
Absolutely. Freeze unbaked biscuits, then bake straight from frozen, adding 2–3 extra minutes.
How do I reheat them?
Wrap in foil and warm in a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes or microwave for 15 seconds.
