Get ready to transform your breakfast game with the most heavenly, melt-in-your-mouth Basset Cafe Buttermilk Biscuits that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These aren't just ordinary biscuits - they're a culinary masterpiece that promises to elevate your morning routine from mundane to magnificent. With a perfect golden-brown exterior, flaky layers, and a rich, buttery flavor, these biscuits are so irresistible that you'll want to make them again and again.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). This high temperature is essential for achieving that perfect flaky texture in your biscuits.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well blended.
- Next, add the 1/4 cup of cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overwork the dough; you want small pieces of butter to remain for flakiness.
- Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the 3/4 cup of buttermilk. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough just comes together. It should be slightly sticky but manageable.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead the dough a few times (about 5-6 times) to bring it together, but avoid over-kneading, as this can make the biscuits tough.
- Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Use a floured biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out biscuits. Press straight down without twisting to ensure they rise properly. Gather any scraps, gently knead them together, and cut out additional biscuits.
- Place the cut biscuits onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are close together but not touching. This helps them rise better as they bake.
- Optional: For a golden top, brush the tops of the biscuits with a little melted butter or buttermilk before baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top and have risen beautifully.
- Once baked, remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet. Serve warm with butter, jam, or your favorite spread.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Always use cold butter and buttermilk to ensure maximum flakiness. Cold ingredients help create those beautiful, layered textures.
- Don't Overwork the Dough: Mix and knead minimally. Overworking can develop gluten and make your biscuits tough instead of tender.
- Cutting Technique: When cutting biscuits, press the cutter straight down without twisting. Twisting can seal the edges and prevent proper rising.
- Baking Placement: Place biscuits close together on the baking sheet, but not touching. This helps them rise higher and supports each other during baking.
- Freshness is Key: These biscuits are best served warm, straight from the oven. If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven to restore their crisp exterior.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 20mg
