Billion Dollar Buttery Biscuits

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

Step 3: Cut in the Butter

1. Add the chilled, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter. This step ensures flaky layers in your biscuits.

Step 4: Add the Buttermilk

1. Gradually pour in the cold buttermilk, stirring gently with a fork or spatula until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.

Step 5: Shape the Dough

1. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat or roll it into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
2. Fold the dough into thirds (like folding a letter) and gently pat it out again. Repeat this process 2–3 times to create flaky layers.

Step 6: Cut and Arrange

1. Using a round biscuit cutter (or a glass), cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Press the cutter straight down without twisting to help the biscuits rise evenly.
2. Gather any scraps, gently press them together, and cut out additional biscuits.

Step 7: Brush and Bake

1. Brush the tops of the biscuits with heavy cream or melted butter for a golden finish.
2. Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and puffed.

Step 8: Serve Warm

1. Remove the biscuits from the oven and brush with more melted butter, if desired. Serve warm with honey, jam, or gravy.

Pro Tips

• • Keep It Cold: Use chilled butter and cold buttermilk to create the flakiest biscuits.
  • Don’t Overwork the Dough: Handle the dough as little as possible to keep the biscuits tender.
  • Add Flavor: For a “billion-dollar” twist, mix in shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, or fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme.

Why These Biscuits Are Worth It

• Flaky Layers: Folding the dough creates irresistible layers that are buttery and tender.
• Versatile: Perfect for breakfast sandwiches, as a side for soups and stews, or simply with butter and jam.
• Easy and Impressive: Despite their luxurious name, these biscuits are simple to make and will wow anyone who tastes them.

Enjoy your Billion Dollar Buttery Biscuits, and prepare to be showered with compliments! 🧈✨ Let me know if you’d like ideas for what to pair with these.