Enjoy the classic comfort of buttermilk biscuits without the guilt with this low-calorie version. These biscuits are fluffy, tender, and perfect for breakfast or as a side dish with dinner. They are easy to make and will satisfy your biscuit cravings without sabotaging your diet.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture and use your fingers to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the buttermilk until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times.
- Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle and cut out biscuits using a biscuit cutter.
- Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Buttermilk is a great low-fat ingredient that adds moisture and tanginess to baked goods.
Using cold butter and not overworking the dough will result in flaky and tender biscuits.