Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transform your breakfast or brunch into a mouthwatering Southern extravaganza! These Tupelo Honey Ginormous Biscuits aren't just any ordinary bread – they're a fluffy, golden-brown slice of Southern comfort that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Imagine biting into a biscuit so light and tender, it practically melts in your mouth, with the unique sweetness of rare tupelo honey adding a luxurious twist that sets these biscuits apart from anything you've ever tasted before.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Southern
Serves: 8 biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup tupelo honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). This high temperature will help the biscuits rise beautifully and develop a golden-brown crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Whisk the dry ingredients together until they are well blended.
- Add 1/2 cup of cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overwork the dough; you want to keep some small pieces of butter for flakiness.
- In a separate bowl, mix together 1 cup of buttermilk and 1/4 cup of tupelo honey. Stir until the honey is fully incorporated into the buttermilk.
- Pour the buttermilk and honey mixture into the flour and butter mixture. Gently stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable. Avoid overmixing, as this can lead to tough biscuits.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Fold the dough over onto itself a couple of times to create layers, which will help the biscuits rise and become fluffy.
- Using a floured biscuit cutter or a glass, cut out biscuits from the dough. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are touching each other for soft sides.
- Once all the biscuits are cut and placed on the baking sheet, you can brush the tops with a little extra buttermilk or melted butter for a golden finish.
- Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top and have risen beautifully.
- Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet. Serve warm, drizzled with additional tupelo honey or alongside butter for a delicious Southern treat.
Tips
- Keep Your Ingredients Cold: The secret to flaky biscuits is using cold butter and buttermilk. Cold ingredients help create those beautiful, layered textures.
- Don't Overwork the Dough: Mix just until the ingredients are combined. Overworking can lead to tough, dense biscuits instead of light and fluffy ones.
- Use a Light Touch: When cutting the biscuits, press straight down with your cutter. Twisting can seal the edges and prevent proper rising.
- Biscuits Love Proximity: Place the biscuits close together on the baking sheet. This helps them rise upward and creates soft, tender sides.
- Bonus Flavor Tip: For an extra burst of flavor, try brushing the tops with honey or melted butter right after baking for a glossy, delicious finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 40mg
