Description
These Salted Honey Butter Buttermilk Biscuits are a perfect blend of flaky, buttery layers with a hint of sweet honey and a touch of flaky sea salt on top. Soft and golden, they’re easy to make and ideal for breakfast or as a side to any meal.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
Fats and Liquids
- 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 1 cup cold buttermilk
Toppings
- 3 tbsp honey
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
- Cut in the Butter: Add the cold unsalted butter cubes to the dry mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to incorporate until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs, ensuring a flaky texture.
- Add Buttermilk: Make a well in the center, pour in the cold buttermilk, and stir just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing to keep biscuits light.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and gently knead it 3 to 4 times until just combined.
- Shape Biscuits: Roll the dough out to about 1-inch thickness. Use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they turn golden brown on top.
- Add Honey Butter and Sea Salt: While the biscuits are still warm, brush the tops with melted butter mixed with honey, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt for a perfect balance of sweet and savory.
- Serve: Serve the biscuits immediately to enjoy their fresh, warm, and flaky goodness.
Notes
- For best results, keep the butter cold until ready to mix to create flaky layers.
- Do not overmix the dough to prevent tough biscuits.
- If you don’t have flaky sea salt, coarse kosher salt can be substituted.
- These biscuits are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated gently in the oven.
