Description:
These fluffy, golden biscuits are foolproof and delicious, with a subtle sweetness from honey that makes them truly irresistible. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, this recipe is easy to follow and delivers buttery biscuits with a soft, tender crumb every time. Don’t skip the honey—it’s the secret to their magic!
Ingredients:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp honey, divided
- ½ cup very cold or frozen butter
- 1 cup + 2 tbsp buttermilk
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- Fresh cracked black pepper for topping
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a baking sheet.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a biscuit cutter or your fingers until the butter pieces are the size of peas.
- In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp of honey into the buttermilk. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface. Fold it over itself several times and gently pat it down to about 1 ½ inches thick. Avoid overhandling the dough.
- Use a biscuit cutter, glass, or mug to cut out biscuits. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 14-15 minutes, until the tops begin to turn golden.
- While the biscuits bake, mix the melted butter with the remaining 1 tbsp of honey.
- Remove the biscuits from the oven, brush generously with the honey butter, and top with a crack of black pepper. Return them to the oven for another 4 minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Tips for Perfect Biscuits:
- Keep the butter as cold as possible for flaky layers; freeze it if needed.
- Use a light hand when mixing and folding to maintain a tender texture.
- For extra rise, ensure the biscuit cutter is sharp and press straight down without twisting.
- These biscuits are delicious on their own or served with gravy, butter, or jam.
You’ll love how simple and delicious these biscuits are—great for beginners and seasoned bakers alike!
The Forested Fork 