Here’s a classic Southern-style recipe for Honey Butter Biscuits—soft, flaky, and sweet with a buttery finish.
Honey Butter Biscuits
Ingredients (makes 8–10 biscuits)
For the biscuits:
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 6 tbsp (85 g) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- ¾ cup (180 ml) buttermilk
For the honey butter:
- 4 tbsp (55 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 tbsp honey
Instructions
Make the biscuits:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in buttermilk and stir just until dough comes together. Do not overmix.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead 3–4 times.
- Roll or pat dough to about 1-inch thickness. Cut biscuits with a round cutter.
- Place biscuits on the baking sheet and bake 12–15 minutes, until golden brown.
Make the honey butter:
- While biscuits bake, mix softened butter and honey in a small bowl until smooth.
Serve:
- Brush warm biscuits with honey butter and serve immediately.
💡 Tips:
- Keep butter cold for flakier biscuits.
- Do not overwork the dough; gentle handling keeps biscuits light and tender.
- Honey butter can be doubled or flavored with cinnamon for a sweet twist.
I can also give a one-bowl shortcut version that’s super quick for weekday mornings, using minimal tools.
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