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Easy Butter Southern Biscuits

Easy Butter Southern Biscuits
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Easy Butter Southern Biscuits recipe for fluffy, tender, and buttery biscuits that come together quickly using basic pantry staples. Perfect for beginners, these biscuits feature a golden, crispy top and a soft interior and are ideal for any meal or snack.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup whole milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Begin by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This foundation helps your biscuits rise and enhances their flavor.
  3. Cut in the Butter: Chill the unsalted butter and cut it into small cubes. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, quickly incorporate the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Small bits of butter should remain visible—these pockets create flakiness when baked.
  4. Add Milk and Form Dough: Pour the whole milk into the dry mixture and stir gently until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing to keep the biscuits tender. It will be slightly sticky but manageable.
  5. Shape and Cut Biscuits: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Fold the dough over itself 2-3 times to build layers, then pat again to 1-inch thickness. Use a biscuit cutter or glass to cut rounds, pressing straight down to ensure they rise evenly.
  6. Bake Until Golden: Place the biscuits close together on the baking sheet so they can rise tall, then bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Let them cool briefly before serving warm.

Notes

  • Keep butter cold to create flaky layers.
  • Do not overwork dough to avoid tough biscuits.
  • Use a sharp cutter and press straight down without twisting for even rise.
  • Bake at a high temperature for crispy exterior and soft interior.
  • If possible, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking to enhance texture.

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