
Warm, golden, and impossibly fluffy, these drop biscuits come together with just a handful of pantry staples and zero fuss. The trick is grating frozen butter directly into the flour, which creates those irresistible flaky layers without any special equipment or technique. Cold buttermilk brings a subtle tang and keeps the dough tender, while a quick brush of melted butter straight out of the oven gives each biscuit a rich, glossy finish that's hard to resist. Because the ingredient list is so clean and straightforward — just flour, butter, buttermilk, and a few basics — there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden legume-based additives or fillers that can sneak into store-bought baked goods. The drop method means you skip the rolling and cutting entirely, so these go from bowl to oven in minutes. Serve them warm alongside soup, eggs, or honestly just on their own with a little extra butter melting into the cracks.
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Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
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