There’s something truly magical about a recipe that requires minimal ingredients yet delivers maximum flavor and comfort. These 3-ingredient buttermilk biscuits are just that—a testament to the simplicity and elegance of Southern cooking.
With just self-rising flour, frozen butter, and cold buttermilk, you can create biscuits that are delightfully fluffy and irresistibly buttery. Perfect for breakfast, as a side at dinner, or just because, these biscuits are sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
These buttermilk biscuits are a breeze to make and are perfect for those moments when you crave something homemade but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. Serve them warm with a drizzle of honey, a smear of jam, or alongside your favorite meal. Enjoy the tender, flaky layers of love with each bite!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups self-rising flour
- 1 stick frozen butter (1/2 cup), plus more for brushing
- 1 cup cold buttermilk
Instructions:
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet:
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- Place the self-rising flour in a large bowl.
- Incorporate the Butter:
- Grate the frozen butter directly into the flour.
- Use a pastry cutter or a fork to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Buttermilk:
- Pour the cold buttermilk into the flour mixture.
- Stir with a rubber spatula just until the dough comes together. It should be sticky but manageable.
- Shape the Dough:
- Lightly flour a work surface.
- Turn the dough out onto the surface and gently knead it a few times, adding a little more flour if necessary, but be careful not to overwork it.
- Fold the dough several times to create layers, then pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
- Cut Out Biscuits:
- Use a 3-inch biscuit cutter to cut out the biscuits. Press straight down without twisting to ensure even rising.
- Gather any scrap dough, re-pat, and cut additional biscuits.
- Bake:
- Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring that they touch each other for better rising.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Finish with Butter:
- During the last minute of baking, optionally brush the tops with additional melted butter and switch the oven to broil to quickly brown the tops. Watch them closely to avoid burning.
- As soon as the biscuits are done, brush them again with melted butter. Allow the butter to absorb, then brush them once more for extra flavor and softness.
