Buttered Top BiscuitsPhoto byGin Lee

Buttered Top Biscuits

Picture this: flaky, buttery biscuits fresh out of the oven, topped with a generous slather of even more butter. Buttered-top biscuits are the ultimate comfort food that will transport you to biscuit heaven with every bite. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, as a side dish, or as a midnight snack, these biscuits are sure to be a hit with your taste buds.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
• 3/4 cup milk
• Additional melted butter for topping

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Buttered Top Biscuits

Preparing the dough

1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the cubed cold butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Pour in the milk and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Rolling out and cutting the biscuits

1. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.
2. Roll out the dough to about 1-inch thickness.
3. Use a biscuit cutter or a drinking glass to cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Baking and Adding Butter Topping

1. Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
2. Remove the biscuits from the oven and brush the tops with melted butter for that irresistible buttery finish.
3. Serve warm, and enjoy the flaky goodness!

Tips for Perfect Buttered Top Biscuits

Use cold butter for a flakier texture.

Do not overmix the dough to ensure tender biscuits.

Brushing the tops with melted butter immediately after baking will give them a mouthwatering sheen.

Enjoy these biscuits fresh out of the oven for the best flavor and texture.