Drop Biscuits
Drop Biscuits offer a quick bread option made by dropping a soft batter on a baking sheet, resulting in golden, tender biscuits with a slightly crisp top. The combination of baking powder, baking soda, and cold buttermilk creates a light texture, while melted butter enriches the flavor and moistness. These biscuits are versatile for both savory and sweet adaptations with opportunities to add cheese, herbs, or extra sugar. Their straightforward preparation makes them suitable for pairing with soups, stews, or enjoyed on their own.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (I prefer White Lily brand)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup buttermilk very cold
- 8 tablespoons butter warm, melted, salted, plus additional 1-2 tablespoons melted for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 475°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar and salt. In a separate bowl, stir together 8 tablespoons of warm melted butter with the cold buttermilk (you should see little clumps of butter form, which is good).
- Add the buttermilk mixture to the flour mixture and fold together just until everything is combined (do not over-mix).
- Spray an ice cream scoop with cooking spray and use the scoop to drop the batter 1 ½ -inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake on the middle rack of the 475°F oven until the tops are golden brown – about 10-12 minutes.
- Brush the biscuits with the remaining 1-2 tablespoons of melted butter, then transfer to a wire rack to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Grated cheeses like cheddar or Monterey Jack can be folded into the dough to create savory variations.
- Fresh herbs or scallions may be added to enhance flavor complexity.
- For sweeter options, increase sugar and add cinnamon for a dessert-style biscuit.
- Brushing with extra melted butter after baking adds moisture and gloss.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 9 biscuits
Amount Per Serving
Calories 210
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1biscuit | |
| Calories | 210kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 300mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 203mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 355IU | 7% |
| Calcium | 96mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.