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You only need a few simple ingredients for old fashioned buttermilk biscuits. The base is 2 cups of all-purpose flour. You will also need 1 tablespoon of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda. The salt is 1 teaspoon to enhance flavor. Use 1/4 cup of cold, cubed unsalted butter. Finally, add 3/4 cup of cold buttermilk. Optionally, you can add 1 tablespoon of honey for a touch of sweetness. These ingredients work together to create soft, flaky biscuits.

Old Fashioned Buttermilk Biscuits

Bake the ultimate old fashioned buttermilk biscuits with this simple and tasty recipe! Discover how to make soft, flaky biscuits using just a few ingredients and expert tips. Perfect for breakfast or any meal, these homemade treats are sure to impress. From avoiding common mistakes to exploring delightful variations, you’ll learn everything you need. Click to uncover the full recipe and start baking these comforting biscuits today!
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Ingredients
  

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

3/4 cup buttermilk, cold

1 tablespoon honey (optional, for a hint of sweetness)

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

      Add the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter still visible.

        Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the cold buttermilk and honey (if using). Stir gently with a fork until the dough begins to come together.

          Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead gently just a few times until it forms a cohesive ball—do not overwork the dough!

            Pat the dough to about 1-inch thick. Use a round biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits, reworking the scraps as needed to cut out additional biscuits.

              Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, close together but not touching. For a golden crust, brush the tops with a little extra buttermilk or melted butter if desired.

                Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

                  Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.

                    - Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 8 biscuits

                      - Presentation Tips: Serve warm with butter and honey on the side. You can also place them in a rustic basket lined with a cloth for a beautiful table presentation. Enjoy!