5-Ingredient Buttermilk Biscuits
5-Ingredient Buttermilk Biscuits are comforting, easy to make, and perfect with just about any meal. With just a few ingredients you can have this delicious staple on the table and ready to eat in less than 30 minutes.
There’s something magical about pulling a batch of golden brown buttermilk biscuits out of the oven. The aroma, the flaky layers, and the warm, tender center make homemade biscuits not just food but an experience. 5-ingredient buttermilk biscuits are a go-to recipe that marries simplicity with indulgence, creating the perfect biscuit every single time.
What We Love About 5-Ingredient Buttermilk Biscuits
- Uncomplicated: With just five simple ingredients, this recipe proves that great taste doesn’t require a long list of components.
- Versatility at Its Best: These biscuits are the perfect accompaniment to any meal, be it smothered in sausage gravy or paired with apple butter and homemade jelly.
- Foolproof Fluffiness: Following this easy guide ensures fluffy, tender biscuits with those desirable flaky layers, making it the best biscuit recipe you’ll come back to next time and every time.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter + 1 tablespoon melted
- 1 cup buttermilk
A printable recipe with instructions and measurements is listed at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.
How to Make Buttermilk Biscuits
- Start by preheating the oven to 425 degrees and then line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the dry ingredients to a large mixing bowl: flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together.
- Cut your butter up into cubes and add them to the flour mixture. Next, cut in the butter using a fork or a pastry cutter until it turns into a crumb-like texture.
- Slowly pour the buttermilk into the dough. Gently stir the mixture using a rubber spatula until all ingredients are combined. Do not overmix.
- Place the dough on a lightly floured surface. If the dough seems too sticky, add a little more flour until you can touch it without it sticking to your fingers.
- Lightly flour your hands and fold the dough 3-4 times.
- Roll the dough out into 1-inch thickness using a lightly floured rolling pin.
- Cut out your biscuits using a 3-inch biscuit or cookie cutter.
- Place the biscuits on your prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
- Remove from heat and brush the top of each biscuit with the melted butter using a silicone brush.
Variations
- Cheese & Herbs: Add grated cheese and fresh herbs for a savory twist.
- Sweet Delights: For a sweet version, incorporate a bit of sugar and top with maple syrup, sorghum, or honey after baking.
Tips
- Cold butter and buttermilk will help ensure flaky layers.
- For best results, avoid overworking the biscuit dough, or you will end up with tough biscuits.
- Use a straight down and up motion with the biscuit cutter to avoid sealing the edges for the best rise.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Buttermilk: No buttermilk? Mix regular milk with a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar.
- Butter: Coconut oil or vegan butter can be a great alternative for a dairy-free version.
- All-Purpose Flour: For a healthier twist, try half whole wheat flour.
Storage Instructions
Store the biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or freeze for longer storage. Warm them the next day in a toaster oven or oven wrapped in foil to recreate that fresh-baked warmth.
Dish Pairings
For the ultimate comfort meal, serve these buttermilk biscuits with:
- Classic sausage gravy from A Southern Soul for a hearty breakfast.
- A side of scrambled eggs and crispy bacon for a traditional breakfast.
- Your favorite jams, jellies, or apple butter for a sweet treat.
Making 5-ingredient buttermilk biscuits is a wonderful recipe and so much better than canned biscuits. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned baker, these hot biscuits promise golden, fluffy perfection. These will definitely become your go-to biscuit recipe. What’s your favorite way to enjoy homemade biscuits the next morning? Be sure to tell me in the comments.
5-Ingredient Buttermilk Biscuits
Ingredients
- 3 cups all purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter + 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Start by preheating the oven to 425 degrees and then line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the dry ingredients to a large mixing bowl: flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together.
- Cut your butter up into cubes and add them to the flour mixture. Next, cut in the butter using a fork or a pastry cutter until it turns into a crumb-like texture.
- Slowly pour the buttermilk into the dough. Gently stir the mixture using a rubber spatula until all ingredients are combined. Do not overmix.
- Place the dough on a lightly floured surface. If the dough seems too sticky, add a little more flour until you can touch it without it sticking to your fingers.
- Lightly flour your hands and fold the dough over 3-4 times.
- Roll the dough out into 1-inch thickness using a lightly floured rolling pin.
- Cut out your biscuits using a 3-inch biscuit or cookie cutter.
- Place the biscuits on your prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
- Remove from heat and brush the top of each biscuit with the melted butter using a silicone brush
Notes
- The biscuits can be stored in a Ziploc bag for up to four days.
- I dip my biscuit cutter into some flour to keep it from sticking to the biscuits.
