Southern-Style Cheddar and Scallion Biscuits with Honey Butter

Let’s make it

1. 1

   Preparation

   Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. 2

   Dough

   In a large bowl, whisk together the sifted all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.

3. 3

   Dough

   Add the cold cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.

4. 4

   Dough

   Fold in the grated sharp cheddar cheese and thinly sliced scallions until evenly distributed.

5. 5

   Dough

   Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the cold buttermilk. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula just until the dough comes together; it will be slightly sticky but do not overmix.

6. 6

   Shaping

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat or roll the dough into a 20 cm (8-inch) square about 2.5 cm (1 inch) thick. Fold the dough in thirds like a letter, then gently pat down again to the same thickness. Repeat this folding process two times to create flaky layers.

7. 7

   Shaping

   Using a 6 cm (2.5-inch) biscuit cutter, cut biscuits from the dough, pressing straight down without twisting to ensure rise. Gather scraps gently, reshape, and cut remaining biscuits, making about 8 biscuits.

8. 8

   Baking

   Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet about 2.5 cm (1 inch) apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 14 to 18 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.

9. 9

   Honey Butter

   While biscuits bake, combine softened unsalted butter and honey in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy to prepare honey butter.

10. 10

    Serving

    Remove biscuits from oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm accompanied by the honey butter spread.