Honey. Butter. Biscuits. I mean, just the name makes my mouth water a little. These golden, fluffy biscuits remind me of cozy holiday gatherings, where the smell of baking fills the house, and a basket of warm bread on the table feels like an invitation to relax and indulge. I love how these biscuits come together so quickly, with no rise time required, making them perfect for busy holiday mornings or last-minute dinners. The honey butter glaze? It’s that special touch that gives each bite a warm, sweet, and salty finish. Trust me, this recipe will be the first to disappear from your table!
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💭 Honey Butter Biscuits Made in Just 30 Minutes!
These biscuits are my go-to for any holiday spread—they’re easy, quick, and bring that homemade warmth to the table without the fuss of rising dough. With their soft texture and that honey butter finish, they’re just sweet enough to feel special but balanced with a hint of saltiness. Each bite reminds me of simpler times and cozy mornings, making them a hit for breakfast, appetizers, or as the perfect side to hearty soups.
- Extra glaze. The tender biscuits have a golden, glossy finish and a burst of honey butter flavor.
- Pantry staples. You’ll only need a handful of simple ingredients, so you can make it any time!
- Family favorite. This recipe is a guaranteed crowdpleaser for all ages. They’re perfect for a simple family breakfast or a holiday feast or potluck.
Looking for something more savory? Try my cheddar buttermilk biscuits instead. You won’t be disappointed!
📋 Ingredients and notes
To make honey butter biscuits, you’ll need all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, honey, buttermilk, unsalted butter, and salt.
Variations & Substitutions
- Honey. Any regular honey will work well to add a touch of sweetness to the biscuits. Clover honey and wildflower honey are excellent options.
- Butter. Use a high-quality unsalted butter. If you only have salted butter, omit the extra salt.
- Flour. Gluten-free 1:1 baking flour works if you need a gluten-free option.
- Buttermilk. Make your own by mixing 1 cup of milk (dairy or plant-based) with 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice; let it sit for 5 minutes.
📖 How to make honey butter biscuits
Steps 1:
Preheat your oven to 425℉ and line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2:
In a large mixing bowl, stir together all of the dry ingredients for the biscuits and make a well in the middle.
Step 3:
Add the wet ingredients for the biscuits in with the dry and stir well to form a dough, it may be slightly sticky.
Step 4:
Flour a clean surface, and your hands, lay the biscuit batter onto the floured surface, sprinkle some flour onto the dough, and then roll out to about ½ inch thick with your rolling pin.
Step 5:
Using your biscuit cutter, cut out about 14 biscuits from the dough, re-rolling as needed, and place the raw biscuits on your prepared baking sheet, 6-8 biscuits at a time and spaced 1-2 inches apart.
Step 6:
Bake for about 10 minutes, or until they start to golden and are firm to the touch, repeat baking for the rest of the biscuits.
Step 7:
While the biscuits cool, make the honey butter by stirring together all of the honey butter ingredients. Brush the honey butter over warm biscuits one to two times, and enjoy!
Shruthi’s Top Tip
Make sure your butter and buttermilk are very cold. Cold butter creates steam pockets in the oven, resulting in flaky, light biscuits.
- Whisk just until the dough comes together. Overmixing can develop the gluten too much, making your biscuits tough rather than tender.
- Don’t knead the biscuit dough—just fold it a few times to bring it together. This technique helps create those flaky layers.
- Brush the honey butter immediately after removing the biscuits from the oven while they’re still hot. This allows the honey butter to seep into the biscuits, making them extra flavorful.
👩🏽🍳 Troubleshooting FAQs
Absolutely! The dough should be a bit sticky, which helps make the biscuits soft. Flour your hands and work surface generously to make rolling easier.
Definitely! Besides the honey butter, try toppings like flaky sea salt, a drizzle of more honey, or even a savory twist with a little garlic butter or cream cheese.
For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or a few drops of vanilla extract to the honey butter mixture.
🍴 How to serve biscuits
Serve the biscuits warm right out of the oven to enjoy their soft, fluffy texture and rich honey butter flavor. Brush on an extra layer of honey butter sauce just before serving for a golden brown finish. Serve it with jam or gravy on top!
It’s the perfect breakfast, appetizer, or side dish for a delicious Thanksgiving or holiday dinner. It pairs beautifully with fried dishes, barbecue, and roasted recipes. I love serving it with my vegan turkey roast, mushroom wellington, and vegan ham.
🍴Storage and reheating suggestions
Store the biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature. They should stay fresh for 2-3 days.
To freeze, wrap each biscuit in plastic wrap, place them in a freezer-safe bag, and freeze them for up to 3 months. Reheat it in the oven at 300°F for 10-12 minutes.
🍴 More easy side dish recipes
If you like this recipe, check out my other side dish recipes:
Sheet Pan Tofu + Veggies
Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies
Stuffed Poblano Peppers
Caramelized Onion Pasta
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Honey Butter Biscuits
Equipment
- Bowl
- Spoon
- 3-inch biscuit cutter
- Rolling Pin
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups Flour, plus more for rolling
- 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
- ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- ¾ cup Buttermilk
- ½ cup unsalted Butter, melted
Honey Butter
- ½ cup unsalted Butter, melted
- ¼ cup Honey
- ½ teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425℉ and line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Stir together all of the dry ingredients for the biscuits and make a well in the middle.
- Add the wet ingredients for the biscuits in with the dry and stir well to form a dough, it may be slightly sticky.
- Flour a clean surface, and your hands, lay the dough onto the floured surface, sprinkle some flour onto the dough, and then roll out to about ½ inch thick with your rolling pin.
- Using your biscuit cutter, cut out about 14 biscuits from the dough, re-rolling as needed, and place the raw biscuits on your baking sheet, 6-8 biscuits at a time and spaced 1-2 inches apart.
- Bake for about 10 minutes, or until they start to golden and are firm to the touch, repeat baking for the rest of the biscuits.
- While the biscuits cool, make the honey butter by stirring together all of the honey butter ingredients.
- Brush the honey butter over warm biscuits one to two times, and enjoy!
Notes
- If you only have salted butter, be sure to omit all of the salt in the recipe.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
