OLD-FASHIONED BUTTERMILK BISCUITS

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Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Biscuits image

the amount of buttermilk that is added depends on the brand of flour used and the weather (high humidity requires less). in short, always start with the minimum about, then add more as needed.

Provided by hubert cumberdale

Categories     Breads

Time 35m

Yield 12 2 1/2-inch biscuits, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 lb unsalted butter, cold and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 1/4-1 1/2 cups buttermilk

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 425 degrees and lightly grease a baking sheet; set aside.
  • sift together the flour, baking powder, soda, and salt in a large bowl. cut the butter into the mix using a pastry blender or 2 knives until the mix resembles coarse meal.
  • add 1 1/4 cups of buttermilk and mix lightly just until the dough begins to stick together (do not overmix). add up to 4 tbsp more buttermilk, 1 tbsp at a time, if the dough is dry.
  • turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and press together lightly just until the dough forms a ball (do not overwork).
  • roll or pat the dough out to 3/4-inch thickness and cut with floured biscuit cutter or upside down glass.
  • place biscuits onto baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown. serve immediately!

Nutrition Facts :

wasantha kumara
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These biscuits are a great way to start your day. They're light and fluffy, and they have a slightly sweet flavor.


Akhona Zincume
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I'm not a big fan of biscuits, but these were really good. They were light and fluffy, and they had a great flavor.


Nancy Rogers
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These biscuits are delicious! I love the tangy flavor of the buttermilk. They're also really easy to make.


Codie Alsop
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I've made these biscuits several times and they've always been a hit. They're a great way to use up leftover buttermilk.


Javon Simon
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These biscuits are the perfect addition to any breakfast or brunch. They're also great for sandwiches and sliders.


JJ Special Rabbit
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I followed the recipe exactly and the biscuits turned out perfectly. They were golden brown and fluffy on the inside.


GullBhahar Matoo
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I love the simplicity of these biscuits. They're made with just a few simple ingredients, but they're so delicious.


Nature Beauty
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These biscuits are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I've made them for potlucks, picnics, and even just for a quick snack.


Joseph Her
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I made these biscuits for my family and they loved them! They said they were the best biscuits they'd ever had.


Markinzie Goldsby
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These biscuits are amazing! I've tried so many different recipes, but these are by far the best. They're so light and fluffy, and they have the perfect amount of buttermilk flavor.


Wilfred Mwirigi Gitonga
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I've been making these biscuits for years and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfect.


Africa Edward
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These biscuits are the perfect Southern comfort food. They're fluffy, buttery, and have a slightly tangy flavor from the buttermilk. I served them with honey butter and they were absolutely delicious.