Beef Free Classic Drop Biscuits
Fluffy, golden, and impossibly buttery, these drop biscuits are the kind of thing that disappears from the table before it even has a chance to cool. The trick is grating frozen butter directly into the flour, which creates those irresistible flaky pockets without any complicated folding or cutting. Cold buttermilk brings a gentle tang and keeps the dough tender, while a quick brush of melted butter right out of the oven gives each biscuit a rich, glossy finish. There's no beef or meat-based fat anywhere in the mix — just honest pantry staples that come together in one bowl with minimal fuss. The drop method means you skip the rolling pin entirely, making this an easy win even on a weeknight. Serve them alongside soup, eggs, or a pot of honey, and watch them vanish.
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10 servings
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp sugar
- ¾ tsp salt
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, frozen
- 1 cup cold buttermilk
For brushing
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
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