"I adapted this recipe from one shared by Eric Kim at NYT Cooking. The original recipe included sugar (which I removed because I wanted a savory version), and I added that you need to brush your biscuits with a beaten egg to get that crispy crust."
Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits
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Biscuits are a beloved staple in Southern cuisine, known for their flaky texture and buttery flavor. Originally brought to America by European settlers, biscuits have evolved over the years to become a quintessential comfort food.
Recipe Description
Pair these savory biscuits with a bowl of creamy sausage gravy for a classic Southern breakfast, spread on some whipped honey, or serve them alongside fried chicken. They also make a great accompaniment to soup or stew, soaking up all the flavorful broth. For an extra flavor boost, consider adding shredded cheese and fresh herbs to the biscuit dough.
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Prep time 15mins
Cook time 35mins
Serves or Makes: 12 biscuits
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ingredients
- 3 1/3 cups (425 grams) all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 3/4 cup (170 grams) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 1 1/4 cups (300 grams) cold buttermilk
- 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon of water for egg wash
- Flakey sea salt, for sprinkling on top
Method
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Step 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3
Add the cold butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 4
Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the cold buttermilk. Stir until just combined. The dough will be sticky.
Step 5
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it gently a few times until it comes together. Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
Step 6
Use a floured biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 7
Brush the tops of the biscuits with the egg wash and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
Step 8
Bake for about 35 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown. Serve warm.