For the best rise, ensure your baking powder is fresh. Cold butter is crucial for creating flaky layers. Consider chilling your butter and flour before starting. Don't overmix the dough! Overmixing develops the gluten, resulting in tough biscuits. The warm stovetop rest is optional but highly recommended for an extra boost in height.
High-Rise Buttermilk Biscuits
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME55 mins
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SERVING9 People
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VIEWS19
Experience the joy of baking with these sky-high buttermilk biscuits. Crafted from simple ingredients and a touch of technique, these biscuits promise a moist, airy crumb and a golden-brown crust. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a comforting side, these biscuits are sure to impress.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate53 g
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Cholesterol32 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein7 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium973 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat12 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
2 mins
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine cake flour, aluminum-free baking powder, and salt. (2 minutes)
03
Step
4 mins
Add cold, unsalted butter to the dry ingredients and mix on medium speed until the mixture resembles coarse, wet sand. (4 minutes)
04
Step
3 mins
Remove the bowl from the mixer. Gently fold in the buttermilk until the dough just comes together, adding more if needed. Be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)
05
Step
2 mins
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a rectangle. Gently press any remaining dry crumbs into the dough by hand. (2 minutes)
06
Step
5 mins
Using a floured bench knife, cut the dough in half and stack the halves on top of each other. Press the layers together, reshaping into a rectangle about 1 1/2 inches thick. Repeat this process 3 to 5 times to create flaky layers. (5 minutes)
07
Step
3 mins
Cut the dough into 8 even squares using the bench knife. Trim any uneven edges; these clean cuts will encourage a better rise. Combine the scraps to form a ninth, slightly smaller biscuit. (3 minutes)
08
Step
2 mins
Place the biscuits close together in a 9-inch square baking pan. Brush the tops generously with melted salted butter. (2 minutes)
09
Step
15 mins
Let the biscuits rest on the warm stovetop for 10 to 15 minutes to allow them to rise slightly before baking. (15 minutes)
10
Step
16 mins
Bake in the preheated oven, checking halfway through, until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (16 minutes)
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Andy Morissette
Jun 28, 2025The recipe was easy to follow, and the biscuits came out perfectly! I'll definitely be making these again.
Sabrina Dubuqueboyer
Jun 26, 2025These biscuits are AMAZING! So light and fluffy, they were a huge hit at brunch.
Friedrich Franeckizieme
May 17, 2025The resting on the warm stovetop really helped! They rose beautifully!
Tad Fahey
Apr 16, 2025I've tried so many biscuit recipes, and this one is by far the best. The layering technique really makes a difference.