Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat and Prep
Preheat your oven to 220°C / 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
3. Cut in the Butter
Cut ¾ cup of the cold butter into small cubes. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
💡 The key is keeping the butter cold — this is what creates those flaky, “billion dollar” layers!
4. Add Buttermilk
Pour in the cold buttermilk and gently stir until just combined. Don’t overmix — the dough should be slightly sticky and rough.
5. Fold and Layer
Turn the dough onto a floured surface. Gently pat it into a rectangle, then fold it in half. Repeat this process 3–4 times — this folding step is the secret to creating buttery layers.
6. Shape and Cut
Roll out the dough to about 1-inch thickness. Use a biscuit cutter or a round glass to cut out biscuits. Gently press the scraps together and cut again until all dough is used.
7. Butter Magic
Melt the remaining ¼ cup of butter and brush a little on the bottom of each biscuit before placing them on the baking sheet. Brush the tops as well for an extra golden crust.
8. Bake to Perfection
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and flaky. Brush with more melted butter right out of the oven for that signature shine and richness.
🍯 Serving Suggestions
These Billion Dollar Buttery Biscuits are divine on their own, but they also pair perfectly with:
Honey butter or jam for a sweet breakfast treat
Sausage gravy for a Southern classic
Fried chicken or soup for a hearty meal
Garlic butter and herbs for a dinner side
💡 Pro Tips for Perfect Biscuits
Keep ingredients cold: Cold butter and buttermilk = steam pockets = flakiness.
Don’t overwork the dough: Gentle handling keeps biscuits soft and tall.
Use real butter only: Margarine or spreads won’t give that rich, layered texture.
Bake them close together: This helps them rise higher instead of spreading out.
🧡 Final Thoughts
These Billion Dollar Buttery Biscuits are everything you want in a homemade bake — rich, flaky, and irresistibly tender. They’re simple enough for everyday breakfasts yet impressive enough for special occasions.
One bite, and you’ll understand why they’re worth their weight in gold — buttery, pillowy perfection straight from your oven.
So grab your rolling pin and a stick (or two) of butter — because once you taste these, you’ll never go back to store-bought again!
