Description
Strawberry Buttermilk Biscuits are a delightful twist on classic Southern biscuits, combining the flaky, buttery texture of traditional buttermilk biscuits with the sweet, juicy flavor of fresh strawberries. These tender biscuits are perfect for breakfast, brunch, afternoon tea, or dessert, offering a beautiful balance of sweetness and richness that makes them irresistible.
Ingredients
🍓 For the Biscuits
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, very cold and cubed
- 1 cup buttermilk, cold
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups fresh strawberries, diced
🍰 For the Vanilla Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Fresh strawberry slices
- Powdered sugar
- Whipped cream
- Strawberry preserves
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Set aside.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl whisk together:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Sugar
Mix thoroughly.
Step 3: Cut in the Butter
Add cold cubed butter.
Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Small butter pieces are essential for flaky biscuits.
Step 4: Add Buttermilk and Strawberries
Mix together:
- Buttermilk
- Vanilla extract
Pour into the flour mixture.
Stir gently until a shaggy dough forms.
Fold in diced strawberries carefully.
Do not overmix.
Step 5: Shape the Biscuits
Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface.
Pat into a rectangle about 1-inch thick.
Fold the dough over itself 3–4 times to create layers.
Pat down again.
Use a biscuit cutter to cut biscuits.
Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 6: Bake the Biscuits
Bake for 14–16 minutes or until the tops are lightly golden.
Remove from oven and cool slightly.
Step 7: Make the Glaze
Whisk together:
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
- Vanilla extract
Drizzle over warm biscuits.
Serve immediately.
Notes
- Keep butter extremely cold.
- Use fresh strawberries whenever possible.
- Avoid overworking the dough.
- Pat dough gently for tender biscuits.
- Chill cut biscuits for 10 minutes before baking for extra height.
- Serve warm for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Protein: 4g