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Buttermilk Drop Biscuits
4.8 from 27 votes

Buttermilk Drop Biscuits

Buttermilk drop biscuits are fluffy, buttery, and so easy to make. Serve these biscuits alongside a bowl of soup for dinner or as part of a special weekend breakfast.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Total Time
27 mins
Servings: 12 biscuits
Course: Bread

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
  • 6 tablespoons butter cut into pieces, cold unsalted
  • 1 ⅓ cups buttermilk

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut the butter in with a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in the buttermilk until just combined.
  3. Drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet in large spoonfuls – You should get 12 biscuits out of this batter. Bake for 12 minutes, or until golden brown.

Notes

  • Use a buttermilk substitute in this recipe if necessary.
  • Biscuits are best warm from the oven, but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.