
Flaky, buttery, and impossibly tall, these biscuits are the kind of thing that disappears from the table before anyone has a chance to sit down. The technique here is what sets them apart — grating frozen butter directly into the flour creates those signature pea-sized pockets that steam in the oven and push the layers sky-high. A quick fold-and-pat sequence, repeated four times, builds even more structure without overworking the dough, so every biscuit comes out tender rather than tough. Cold buttermilk brings a gentle tang that balances the richness of all that butter, and brushing the tops before baking gives you that deep golden crust you want to crack open. Since every ingredient in this recipe is straightforwardly plant and dairy-based, there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it's naturally free of any beef-derived fats or additives that sometimes sneak into packaged biscuit mixes. Serve them straight from the oven with jam, honey, or a fried egg, and they'll be gone before they even cool down.
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Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
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