
Warm, golden, and impossibly fluffy, these drop biscuits are the kind of comfort food that disappears from the table before they've even had a chance to cool. The trick is grating frozen butter directly into the flour, which creates those irresistible flaky layers without any fussy cutting or pastry blender required. Cold buttermilk brings a subtle tang and keeps the dough tender, while a final brush of melted butter gives each biscuit a rich, glossy finish straight out of the oven. The drop method means no rolling, no cutting, and no extra mess — just rustic, craggy tops that crisp up beautifully at high heat. Every ingredient here is straightforward pantry staple territory, so there's zero guesswork about hidden nuts or cross-contact from specialty products. Serve them alongside soup, pile on some jam, or just eat one plain while it's still steaming — honestly, no judgment.
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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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