Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup butter, chilled and cut into pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Extra flour for dusting
Directions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the buttermilk. Stir until just combined.
- Turn out the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently until it forms a smooth ball.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness and cut out circles with a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass.
- Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with butter and honey.
Interesting Facts
- Buttermilk biscuits are a classic Southern recipe.
- These biscuits are best served warm with butter and honey.
- You can use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out the biscuits.
- Buttermilk biscuits make a great addition to any meal.