Easy Homemade Biscuits
Make these easy homemade biscuits in just 30 minutes! Flaky, buttery, and soft—perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Place your butter in the freezer for a minimum of 20 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Position your rack on the 3rd row from the bottom. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine your flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Using a box grater, grate the frozen butter directly into the flour mixture. Use a fork to mix it in evenly.
- Pour in the milk and stir with a fork until a dough forms. Use your hands if needed to fully incorporate the flour.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a 1 1/2-inch thick rectangle. Fold the dough in half, then pat it back out. Repeat this folding process 6 times.
- After folding, press the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
- Use a 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter and press straight down (do not twist) to cut out biscuits.
- Gather the scraps, fold, and repeat until all dough is used. Place biscuits on your prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 13–16 minutes, until the tops are lightly golden brown.
Notes
Tips for the Best Biscuits
- Keep your butter cold—this helps create flaky layers
- Don’t twist the biscuit cutter, press straight down
- Folding the dough multiple times builds the layers
- Avoid overworking the dough to keep them soft