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Honey Butter Biscuits

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  • Author: Yusra
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6-7 biscuits
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Flaky, buttery homemade biscuits with a soft tender interior and golden crust, served warm with sweet honey butter that melts into every layer for a comforting breakfast or side dish.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup salted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup salted butter, very cold (1½ sticks), divided
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1–2 tablespoons additional buttermilk if needed

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a cast iron skillet inside the oven to heat.
  2. In a small bowl combine the softened butter and honey. Mix until smooth and fluffy to make the honey butter. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, kosher salt, and sugar.
  4. Grate 1/2 cup (1 stick) of very cold butter directly into the flour mixture.
  5. Use your hands to gently combine the butter and flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  6. Slowly pour the buttermilk into the mixture while stirring with a fork until a dough begins to form.
  7. Lightly knead the dough just until it comes together into a shaggy dough. Avoid overworking it.
  8. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and add 1–2 tablespoons additional buttermilk if the dough feels dry.
  9. Shape the dough into a long oval.
  10. Grate about 2 tablespoons of the remaining butter over the dough and fold the sides inward to create layers.
  11. Roll the dough gently with a rolling pin until about 1 inch thick.
  12. Cut biscuits using a biscuit cutter without twisting.
  13. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and lightly butter it.
  14. Place the biscuits into the skillet close together.
  15. Cut the remaining butter into small pieces and place them on top of the biscuits.
  16. Bake for about 20 minutes until the biscuits are golden brown.
  17. Remove from the oven and brush generously with honey butter while warm.
  18. Split biscuits in half when serving and spread additional honey butter inside.

Notes

  • Very cold butter is essential for creating flaky layers in the biscuits.
  • Avoid overworking the dough to keep the biscuits tender.
  • Do not twist the biscuit cutter to ensure the biscuits rise properly.
  • If a cast iron skillet is unavailable, bake the biscuits on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 biscuit
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg

Find it online: https://yusrarecipe.com/honey-butter-biscuits/