Biscuits Biscuit Recipe
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Ingredients
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Biscuit Dough
Optional Finishes & Serving
Method
Biscuit Dough
Preheat and prepare
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Position a rack in the center. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Combine dry ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon fine sea salt until evenly distributed.
Cut in the butter
Cut 8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold unsalted butter into 1/2-inch cubes. Using a box grater, pastry cutter, or two knives, incorporate the butter into the flour mixture until the largest butter pieces are about pea-sized and the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal. Work quickly so butter stays cold.
Add buttermilk
Make a well in the center of the dry mix and pour in 1 cup cold buttermilk. Using a rubber spatula or a fork, stir gently until dough just comes together—there should still be some dry bits and visible butter pieces. Do not overmix.
Turn out and fold
Turn the shaggy dough onto a lightly floured work surface. Gently fold the dough over itself 4–6 times to create layers, pressing it into a roughly 3/4–1 inch thick rectangle. Handle the dough minimally to keep it flaky.
Cut biscuits
Using a 2 1/2-inch round biscuit cutter (or a floured glass), plunge straight down without twisting to preserve rise. Gather scraps, gently press together (no more than once), and cut remaining biscuits. You should get about 8–10 biscuits depending on cutter size.
Add milk wash
Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet so sides touch slightly for taller biscuits or spaced apart for crisp edges. Brush tops lightly with 2 tablespoons cold milk for color and sheen.
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until biscuits are risen and golden brown on top. Baking time may vary with oven and size—watch for a deep golden top and set centers.