There’s a special kind of charm in a recipe that needs only a few ingredients yet provides rich flavor and comforting satisfaction. These 3-ingredient buttermilk biscuits embody just that—showcasing the beauty and simplicity of Southern cuisine.
Using only self-rising flour, frozen butter, and cold buttermilk, you can whip up biscuits that are wonderfully fluffy and decadently buttery. Ideal for breakfast, a dinner side, or simply as a treat, these biscuits are destined to become a go-to in your kitchen.
Effortless to prepare, these buttermilk biscuits are perfect for when you crave something homemade without spending too much time in the kitchen. Enjoy them warm with honey, jam, or alongside your favorite dish, and savor the tender, flaky layers in every bite!
PrintEasy Butter Southern Biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups self-rising flour
- 1 stick frozen butter (1/2 cup), plus extra for brushing
- 1 cup cold buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare:
- Heat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or give it a light greasing.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- Place the self-rising flour in a large bowl.
- Incorporate Butter:
- Grate the frozen butter straight into the flour.
- Use a pastry cutter or fork to blend the butter into the flour until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
- Add Buttermilk:
- Pour cold buttermilk into the flour mixture.
- Mix gently with a rubber spatula until the dough starts to come together. It should be sticky but workable.
- Shape the Dough:
- Lightly flour your work surface.
- Turn the dough out and knead it a few times, adding more flour if needed, but avoid overworking it.
- Fold the dough a few times to create layers, then shape it into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
- Cut Biscuits:
- Use a 3-inch biscuit cutter to cut out the biscuits, pressing straight down without twisting for even rising.
- Gather any leftover dough, re-pat it, and cut out more biscuits.
- Bake:
- Arrange the biscuits on the baking sheet so they touch slightly for better rising.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until they turn golden brown.
- Finish with Butter:
- In the last minute of baking, brush the tops with melted butter and switch the oven to broil to quickly brown the tops. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
- Once baked, brush the biscuits with melted butter again. Let it soak in, then brush once more for added flavor and softness.