Flaky Homemade Biscuits with a Sweet Honey Drizzle

There’s something about the combination of warm, flaky biscuits and a touch of sweet honey that makes them the perfect comfort food. Whether you’re serving them for breakfast, with dinner, or just as a snack, these homemade biscuits are sure to satisfy your cravings. With a golden brown, buttery exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, these biscuits are topped with a luscious honey drizzle that adds just the right amount of sweetness.

Ingredients

For the Biscuits:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ cup (115g) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or regular milk)

For the Honey Drizzle:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons honey
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Biscuit Dough

1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Mix until evenly distributed.
3. Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.
4. Pour in the buttermilk and stir gently with a spoon until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 2: Shape the Biscuits

1. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Gently pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle or disc.
2. Use a round biscuit cutter to cut out the biscuits, pressing straight down without twisting the cutter. Re-roll the dough if necessary to cut out the remaining biscuits.
3. Arrange the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are close together for soft sides.

Step 3: Bake the Biscuits

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
2. Once done, remove from the oven and let the biscuits cool for a few minutes.

Step 4: Prepare the Honey Drizzle

1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
2. Stir in the honey and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and well combined.
3. Drizzle the honey mixture over the warm biscuits just before serving for a sweet finish.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

1. Serve the biscuits warm, either as is or with a bit of extra butter or jam on top.
2. Enjoy the combination of flaky, buttery biscuits with the sweet honey drizzle.

Pro Tips for Perfect Biscuits

1. Use Chilled Ingredients: Cold butter and buttermilk are key to achieving flaky layers in your biscuits. If you don’t have buttermilk, regular milk can be substituted, but buttermilk adds richness and flavor.
2. Handle the Dough Gently: Avoid overworking the dough to keep your biscuits light and fluffy. The less you handle the dough, the better!
3. Bake Immediately: Biscuits are best when baked immediately after forming the dough. The baking powder and baking soda start working right away, so don’t let the dough sit for too long.

Why These Biscuits Are a Must-Try

• Flaky and Light: The combination of cold butter and quick handling creates the perfect flaky, airy texture.
• Sweet Honey Drizzle: The honey drizzle adds a lovely sweetness that complements the savory flavors of the biscuits.
• Versatile: Enjoy these biscuits as a side to any meal, for breakfast with eggs, or as a snack with jam or honey.

Make These Biscuits Today!

These homemade biscuits with a sweet honey drizzle are simple to make and packed with flavor. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or need a quick snack, these biscuits will be a hit every time. Try them out today and let us know what you think in the comments below!