Billion Dollar Buttery Biscuits

The Flakiest, Most Buttery Biscuits You’ll Ever Taste!

There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked biscuits wafting through the kitchen. These Billion Dollar Buttery Biscuits are so rich, flaky, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious that they truly live up to their name. Whether you're looking for the perfect breakfast biscuits, a side for dinner, or even a sweet dessert recipe, these biscuits deliver!

This easy homemade biscuit recipe rivals even the famous Cracker Barrel biscuits, and with just a few simple ingredients, you’ll have golden, fluffy biscuits homemade in no time. Let’s dive into the best moist biscuit recipe you’ll ever try!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Buttery & Flaky: Packed with rich butter for maximum flavor.
Easy to Make: No fancy techniques—just simple, foolproof steps.
Versatile: Enjoy them as breakfast biscuits, with gravy, or as a dessert recipe with honey.
Crowd-Pleaser: Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or fall biscuits for cozy mornings.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
¾ cup buttermilk, cold
2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add buttermilk, stirring just until the dough comes together (do not overmix).
Turn dough onto a floured surface, gently pat into a 1-inch thick rectangle, and fold over 2-3 times for flaky layers.
Cut into rounds with a biscuit cutter and place on the sheet pan.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Brush with melted butter right out of the oven.
Serve warm and enjoy your billion dollar buttery biscuits!

Pro Tips for the Best Biscuits

Keep ingredients cold: Cold butter and buttermilk ensure fluffy biscuits.
Don’t overwork the dough: Overmixing leads to tough biscuits.
No buttermilk? Use ¾ cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar as a substitute.
For extra richness: Add shredded cheddar cheese or a drizzle of honey for yummy cookies-style biscuits.

Variations to Try

This easy biscuit recipe is incredibly versatile. Here are some delicious twists:

Cheesy Garlic Biscuits: Add 1 cup shredded cheese and 1 tsp garlic powder.
Cinnamon Sugar Biscuits: Brush with butter and sprinkle cinnamon sugar before baking.
Hobo Biscuits: Cook over a campfire in a cast-iron skillet for a rustic version.
3-Ingredient Biscuits: Use self-rising flour, buttermilk, and butter for a super easy biscuit recipe 3 ingredients version.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze these biscuits?

Absolutely! Bake as directed, let cool, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.

How do I make these like Cracker Barrel biscuits?

For a closer match, replace half the buttermilk with heavy cream and add a touch more sugar.

What’s the secret to moist biscuits?

Using cold butter and not overbaking keeps them tender. Brushing with butter right after baking adds extra moisture.

Final Thoughts

These Billion Dollar Buttery Biscuits are truly a game-changer—whether you’re serving them as breakfast biscuits, alongside dinner, or as a sweet treat. They’re so good, they might just replace your go-to Cracker Barrel biscuit recipe!

If you love biscuits and cookies, be sure to check out our other biscuit recipe ideas and homemade cookies for more delicious inspiration!

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