Fluffy Southern Buttermilk Biscuits

Fluffy Southern Buttermilk Biscuits

These fluffy Southern buttermilk biscuits are perfect for breakfast, offering a tender and flaky texture that's ideal for slathering with butter or jam.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 3/4 cup buttermilk

Method

1. Start by sifting together flour and sugar in a spacious mixing bowl.
2. Blend in shortening until the mixture resembles fine crumbs or cornmeal.
3. Gently mix in buttermilk with a fork until a soft dough forms.
4. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, ensuring no remnants stick to the bowl. Shape it into a ball and knead for about 20 times until the dough is smooth and elastic.
5. Wrap the kneaded dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight for best results.
6. When you're ready to bake, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
7. On a floured surface, either roll out or pat down the dough to about 1 inch thick. Use a 2-inch biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out rounds, pressing straight down without twisting for optimal rise.
8. Place the cut biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each. Allow them to rest for a few minutes.
9. Bake in the preheated oven until the tops are a light golden brown, roughly 12 to 15 minutes. Let them cool on a wire rack before enjoying them warm.