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3 Ingredient Biscuit Recipe

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine Southern American
Servings 8 biscuits
Calories 170 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups self-rising flour
  • ½ cup cold butter cubed or grated
  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp honey or sugar (for a slightly sweet biscuit) Optional addition
  • ½ cup shredded cheese (for a cheesy version) Optional addition

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a cast iron skillet.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add self-rising flour. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Slowly pour in buttermilk, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat it down to ¾-inch thickness and use a biscuit cutter or glass to cut out rounds. Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet/skillet.
  • Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat it down to ¾-inch thickness and use a biscuit cutter or glass to cut out rounds. Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet/skillet.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter for extra flavor. Serve warm with honey, butter, or gravy.

Notes

Additional Tips:

  • For flakier biscuits, freeze the butter for 10 minutes before grating it into the flour.
  • If you don’t have self-rising flour, make your own by mixing 2 cups all-purpose flour, 3 tsp baking powder, and ½ tsp salt.
  • Avoid overworking the dough to keep the biscuits light and fluffy.
  • Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container for up to 2 days, or freeze for later use.