Buttermilk Biscuits Recipe for One

Appalachian style, these buttermilk biscuits are easy to make. Just like the ones grandma used to make but in a smaller portion! This buttermilk biscuits recipe makes two biscuits perfect for one or two people. Save money, ingredients and time by making a small batch!

Prepare: 15

Bake: 20

Total Time: 35

Servings: 2

Ingredients

⅔ cup (100g) all-purpose flour
¼ cup (60mL) buttermilk
2 tbs (28g) butter
¾ tsp (3g) baking powder
⅛ tsp (.625g) salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425F (220C.)
Lightly grease a baking pan. Do not use cooking spray or oil on non-stick surfaces.
In a large bowl, mix together salt, baking powder and flour.
Cube butter and drop into flour mixture. With hands, pick up some of the flour and butter, then lightly and quickly rub your hands together to add the butter into the flour. Continue to do this until the flour resembles bread crumbs.
Pour in cold buttermilk. Mix flour with buttermilk until a sticky dough forms. Turn onto surface and lightly knead until it comes together. Press the dough into rough rectangle 1/2" (1.27cm) thick and fold in half. Repeat this 4 turns to create layers.
Pat out 1/2" layer and cut out biscuits or divide dough into two pieces.
Brush the tops with buttermilk, melted butter or an egg wash.
To help the biscuits rise taller and more evenly, place them on the prepared pan so they are nearly touching.
Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown on top. Internal temperature should reach at least 190F (88C) when fully baked. Serve while still warm.

Notes

Buttermilk may be replaced with any type of milk if desired, including fat free.

Lard, margarine or shortening may replace the butter or you can use a combination of these fats. Do not use vegetable oil spread as it doesn't have enough fat content.

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