These soft, fluffy, golden biscuits are perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a side for soups and stews.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ cup (115g) cold butter, cubed
- 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
- 1 egg yolk (for brushing)
Step 1: Prepare the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Sugar
Mix well.
Step 2: Add the Butter
Add the cold butter cubes.
Rub the butter into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 3: Add the Buttermilk
Pour in the buttermilk.
Mix gently until a soft dough forms.
Do not overwork the dough.
Step 4: Shape the Dough
Lightly flour your work surface.
Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick.
Fold it in half and gently pat it out again.
Repeat this process 2–3 times to create flaky layers.
Step 5: Cut the Biscuits
Using a round biscuit cutter, cut out biscuits.
Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Gather scraps and repeat.
Step 6: Brush and Bake
Brush the tops with egg yolk.
Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C (425°F) for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 7: Serve
Allow to cool slightly.
Serve warm with:
- Butter
- Honey
- Jam
- Gravy
Tips for Perfect Biscuits
✔ Use very cold butter.
✔ Do not overmix the dough.
✔ Handle the dough as little as possible.
✔ Bake in a fully preheated oven.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 10–12 biscuits 🧈🥐
