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Cracker Barrel Buttermilk Biscuits

Fluffy Cracker Barrel Buttermilk Biscuits Made at Home

Deliciously fluffy Cracker Barrel Buttermilk Biscuits made from simple ingredients for a comforting breakfast experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 biscuits
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuit Dough
  • 2 cups self-rising flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Use for achieving light and airy texture.
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Balances savory flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances overall taste.
  • 1/2 cup cold butter Must be cold for flaky layers.
  • 1/4 cup shortening Adds tenderness.
  • 3/4 cup cold buttermilk Ensure it's chilled for best results.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Biscuit cutter
  • Pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of self-rising flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt until well combined.
  3. Cut cold butter and shortening into small cubes and mix with dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Pour in 3/4 cup of cold buttermilk and gently stir until the dough begins to come together.
  5. Transfer dough onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a circle about 1-inch thick.
  6. Use a floured biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits and place them close together on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown and beautifully risen.
  8. Brush the tops of biscuits with melted butter right after baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuitCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, keep all ingredients cold and handle the dough gently to achieve fluffy biscuits.

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