Description
At its heart, a Flaky Butter Biscuit with Garlic Herb Spread is a labor of love that celebrates the simplicity of high quality ingredients. The biscuit itself is a chemically leavened quick bread, meaning it relies on baking powder rather than yeast to rise. This results in a much faster preparation time while still delivering a satisfyingly tall structure. The term flaky refers to the visible layers within the dough, created by pockets of cold butter that steam during the baking process, pushing the flour layers apart.
Ingredients
2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1 tsp sugar (optional, but helps browning)
¾ tsp salt
½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) very cold unsalted butter, grated or cubed
¾ cup cold buttermilk (plus extra for brushing)
Instructions
Prep
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.Mix dry ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.Cut in butter
Add cold butter and cut in using a pastry cutter or fingers until pea-sized pieces remain.Add buttermilk
Stir in buttermilk just until a shaggy dough forms. Do not overmix.Create flaky layers
Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat into a rectangle.
Fold into thirds like a letter. Rotate, pat, and fold again. Repeat 2–3 times.Cut biscuits
Pat dough to ¾-inch thickness. Cut with a sharp biscuit cutter (don’t twist).
Place biscuits close together on the baking sheet for taller rise.Bake
Brush tops lightly with buttermilk. Bake 14–16 minutes until golden.
Notes
These Flaky Butter Biscuits with Garlic Herb Spread are best enjoyed warm, when the layers are tender and buttery and the herb spread melts into every bite. They’re perfect as a cozy side for soups and stews or served on their own as a savory treat. For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of chili flakes or a drizzle of honey for a sweet-savory twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Bread / Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 260 kcal
Keywords: Homemade Layered Butter Biscuits, Garlic Herb Compound Butter Biscuits, Savory Tall Buttermilk Biscuits, Easy Flaky Homemade Biscuits