The Best Homemade Biscuits You’ll Ever Make – Golden, Flaky & Buttery!
If you’re looking for the perfect biscuit recipe that’s soft on the inside, golden and flaky on the outside, and full of buttery flavor — look no further. These homemade biscuits are everything you love about classic comfort food, made from scratch with just a few simple ingredients.
Whether you’re serving them with jam for breakfast, smothered in gravy for brunch, or alongside fried chicken for dinner, these biscuits will steal the show!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (very cold, cut into cubes)
- 1 cup cold buttermilk
- Extra buttermilk for brushing tops
Tools You’ll Need
- Large mixing bowl
- Pastry cutter or two forks
- Rolling pin
- Biscuit cutter or round glass
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
Step-by-Step Instructions (Detailed and Foolproof!)
Step 1: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
Step 2: Cut in the Cold Butter
Add cold butter cubes to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter still visible. This is what creates those flaky layers!
Step 3: Add Buttermilk
Pour in the cold buttermilk and gently stir just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix — the dough should be shaggy and slightly sticky.
Step 4: Fold for Layers
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Gently pat it into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Fold the dough like a letter (into thirds), turn it, and repeat this folding process 2 more times. This creates buttery layers.
Step 5: Cut the Biscuits
Pat the dough down again and use a floured biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out circles. Do not twist the cutter — this can seal the edges and prevent proper rising.
Step 6: Prep and Bake
Place the biscuits on a parchment-lined baking sheet. For softer sides, place them close together. For crispier sides, leave space between them. Brush the tops with a little buttermilk.
Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 13–16 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve warm with butter, honey, or fruit jam
- Use them for breakfast sandwiches with eggs and cheese
- Smother in sausage gravy for a Southern-style brunch
- Pair with soups, stews, or fried chicken for a hearty dinner
Pro Tips for Perfect Biscuits Every Time
- Cold butter = flaky biscuits. Don’t skip this!
- Don’t overwork the dough – minimal mixing and kneading is key
- No buttermilk? Mix 1 cup milk with 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar and let sit for 10 minutes
- Freeze before baking if you want to prepare ahead – just add 2–3 extra minutes to baking time