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Fluffy Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Biscuits

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A simple and easy recipe for fluffy, tender, and golden old-fashioned buttermilk biscuits that are perfect for any occasion. These biscuits feature flaky layers and a slight tang from real buttermilk.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (312 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
  • 1 cup (240 ml) cold buttermilk
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons melted butter for brushing tops

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Cut the butter into the flour using a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.
  4. Make a well in the center and pour in the cold buttermilk. Gently stir with a fork or spatula until the dough just comes together; it will be sticky.
  5. Lightly flour your work surface and pat the dough into a rectangle about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick. Fold the dough over onto itself 2-3 times to build layers, then pat it out again to about ¾ inch thickness.
  6. Using a 2 ½-inch (6 cm) biscuit cutter, press straight down into the dough without twisting. Transfer each biscuit to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
  7. Optional: Lightly brush the tops with melted butter for a golden finish.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  9. Let biscuits rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving. Best enjoyed warm.

Notes

Keep butter cold to create flaky layers. Do not overmix or knead the dough to avoid tough biscuits. Use fresh baking powder and baking soda for proper rise. Press biscuit cutter straight down without twisting to keep edges open for rising. Bake biscuits soon after mixing for best results.

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