The Best Homemade Biscuits Recipe: Fluffy, Buttery Perfection
Is there anything better than pulling a golden, buttery biscuit straight from the oven? This recipe for the best homemade biscuits brings me back to mornings spent in the kitchen with my family—flour dust in the air, a steaming skillet, and the smell of heaven wafting through the house.
These biscuits are fluffy on the inside, perfectly crisp on the outside, and ridiculously easy to make. Whether you’re slathering them in butter and jam or serving them alongside a hearty meal, this recipe will quickly become your go-to!
Ingredients for the Best Homemade Biscuits
Here’s everything you need for these simple, flaky biscuits:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 ½ tbsp baking powder
- 1 stick very cold butter (grated)
- Just under 1 cup of milk
(See photo below of the flour ready to transform into biscuit perfection!)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, sift together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 ½ tablespoons of baking powder.
2. Grate the Butter
Take a stick of very cold butter and grate it directly into the flour mixture. This is the secret to those beautiful, buttery layers. Gently mix the butter into the flour using your fingers—don’t overwork it!
(Check out the image below for that perfectly grated butter magic happening!)
3. Add the Milk
Pour just under 1 cup of milk into the mixture. Use a wooden spoon to gently mix until the dough comes together. Remember, the key to fluffy biscuits is handling the dough as little as possible.
4. Shape the Biscuits
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface. Gently fold the dough 5-7 times—this is where those flaky layers develop! Pat the dough out evenly, about an inch thick.
(See photo below for that perfect dough waiting to be cut into biscuit rounds!)
Use a sharp biscuit cutter (or a clean-edged glass) to cut out your biscuits. Push straight down—don’t twist—so the edges can rise beautifully in the oven.
5. Bake to Perfection
Place the biscuits into a well-seasoned cast iron skillet (this gives them that crispy bottom we all love).
Bake at 450°F for about 15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
(Can you smell them yet? Just look at this image of the biscuits fresh from the oven!)
Why You’ll Love These Biscuits
These biscuits are:
- Incredibly simple to make—no fancy ingredients here!
- Perfectly flaky and buttery with every bite.
- Versatile—enjoy them with butter, honey, gravy, or as a side to your favorite dish.
Plus, this recipe is foolproof—whether you’re a biscuit pro or a first-timer, these will turn out golden and gorgeous every time.
(See how one looks up close in the final picture—fluffy, golden, and utterly irresistible!)
Tips for Biscuit Success
- Keep it cold: Cold butter = flaky biscuits. Grating the butter helps distribute it evenly.
- Don’t overwork the dough: Gentle folding helps create layers without toughening the biscuits.
- Use a cast iron skillet: It provides even heat and gives the biscuits a crispy bottom.
Conclusion: The Best Homemade Biscuits Recipe
With this easy recipe, you’ll have a batch of golden, fluffy biscuits ready in no time. Whether you’re serving them for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, these biscuits are guaranteed to steal the show.
Now that you’ve mastered the art of biscuit-making, go ahead—grab that butter, slather it on, and enjoy every bite. You deserve it.