If you’ve been dreaming of those soft, buttery biscuits that fall apart in layers and taste like pure comfort — this is the recipe. These biscuits are made with just a few simple ingredients and take less than 20 minutes to bake. They’re perfect for breakfast, dinner, or even dessert with jam and cream.
Ingredients (Makes about 10–12 biscuits)
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup (1 stick / 115 g) unsalted butter, very cold or frozen
- ¾ cup (180 ml) cold buttermilk (or substitute below)
Optional (for topping):
- 2 tbsp melted butter for brushing
- Pinch of flaky salt or honey drizzle for serving
Buttermilk Substitute (if you don’t have any)
Mix ¾ cup milk with 2 tsp lemon juice or vinegar, stir, and let sit for 5 minutes — instant buttermilk!