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To make tender and flaky buttery biscuits, gather these simple ingredients: - 2 cups all-purpose flour - 1 tablespoon baking powder - 1 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed - 3/4 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar added) - 1 tablespoon honey (optional)

Tender & Flaky Buttery Biscuits

Get ready to bake tender and flaky buttery biscuits with this easy recipe guide! With just a few simple ingredients and helpful tips, you'll create warm, mouthwatering biscuits that impress everyone. Learn how to achieve that perfect flaky texture and explore fun variations to customize your biscuits.
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Ingredients
  

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

3/4 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar added)

1 tablespoon honey (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

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

      Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining.

        If using honey, mix it in with the buttermilk in a separate bowl.

          Pour the buttermilk mixture into the flour and butter combination. Stir gently with a fork until just combined; do not overmix. The dough should be slightly sticky.

            Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently fold the dough over itself a few times (about 5-6 times) to create layers without overworking it.

              Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick. Using a sharp knife or biscuit cutter, cut out biscuits. Re-roll the scraps to cut more biscuits if needed.

                Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet, allowing them to touch slightly for soft sides or spacing them apart for crisper edges.

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

                    Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. For extra buttery goodness, brush the tops with melted butter before serving.

                      Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 30 min | Makes about 12 biscuits

                        - Presentation Tips: Serve warm in a basket lined with a clean cloth to keep them warm. You can also drizzle some honey or serve with jam on the side for an added touch!