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Fresh buttermilk drop biscuits with honey, jam, and butter on a rustic tray.

Buttermilk Drop Biscuits: The Perfect Light and Fluffy Biscuit Recipe

  • These buttermilk drop biscuits are soft, flaky, and incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients—flour, buttermilk, butter, and baking powder—you can enjoy these golden, buttery biscuits in less than 30 minutes. Whether served with gravy, jam, or just as a snack, these biscuits are perfect for any meal of the day.

 

  • Total Time: 20-22 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 biscuits 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 cup cold butter (cut into small cubes)

  • 3/4 cup buttermilk (add more if needed)

  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for a touch of sweetness)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).

  • In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar (if using).

  • Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients and cut it in with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  • Pour in the buttermilk and stir gently until just combined. The dough should be slightly sticky.

  • Spoon the dough onto a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet, making 8-10 biscuit mounds.

  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.

 

  • Serve warm with your favorite toppings, like butter, jam, or gravy.

Notes

  • Cold butter is essential for achieving the flaky texture in these biscuits.

  • If the dough feels too dry, add a little more buttermilk, one tablespoon at a time.

  • These biscuits are best served fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container for 1-2 days at room temperature.

  • Author: Alexander Jai
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish, Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American, Southern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 biscuit
  • Calories: 180 kcal per biscuit (approximate)
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

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