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The Best Honey Butter Biscuit Recipes – A Golden, Fluffy Delight

  • Author: Elyse
  • Total Time: 27-30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 biscuits 1x

Description

Nothing beats the comforting taste of a warm, buttery biscuit fresh from the oven. Add a touch of honey, and you get a perfectly sweet, flaky treat that melts in your mouth. These Homemade Honey Butter Biscuits are golden on the outside, soft on the inside, and infused with the rich flavors of butter and honey. Whether served with breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish, they are sure to be a hit. Try them with a drizzle of extra honey or a pat of warm butter for the ultimate indulgence!

Ingredients

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For the Biscuits:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or self-rising flour, see notes)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (omit if using self-rising flour)
  • ½ teaspoon salt (reduce if using salted butter)
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed or grated
  • ¾ cup buttermilk (or whole milk)
  • 2 tablespoons honey

For the Honey Butter Glaze:

  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

  3. Incorporate the butter: Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs.

  4. Add honey and liquid: Stir in the honey and gradually add the buttermilk, mixing just until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

  5. Shape the biscuits: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and gently pat it into a ¾-inch thick rectangle. Use a round biscuit cutter (or a glass) to cut out biscuits. Do not twist the cutter—this helps the biscuits rise properly.

  6. Bake: Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they touch slightly for softer edges. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

  7. Make the honey butter glaze: While biscuits are baking, mix the melted butter and honey in a small bowl.

  8. Glaze the biscuits: Once biscuits are out of the oven, immediately brush the tops with the honey butter glaze for extra flavor and shine.

  9. Serve warm with extra honey or butter if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Flour Options: If using self-rising flour, omit baking powder and reduce salt to ¼ teaspoon.
  • Cold Butter Tip: For extra flaky biscuits, freeze the butter and grate it directly into the flour.
  • Substitutes for Buttermilk: Make homemade buttermilk by adding 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar to ¾ cup milk and letting it sit for 5-10 minutes.
  • Flavor Variations: Add 1 teaspoon cinnamon for warmth or ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese for a savory-sweet twist.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
  • Category: sweet sensations
  • Method: Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack
  • Cuisine: Southern, American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 biscuit~190 kcal
  • Calories: ~190 kcal
  • Sugar: ~5g
  • Fat: ~10g
  • Carbohydrates: ~22g
  • Protein: ~3g

Find it online: https://elyserecipes.com/honey-butter-biscuit-recipes