Sweet Blueberry Biscuits

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). This high temperature ensures that the biscuits bake up golden brown and flaky.

2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. This dry mixture will form the base of your biscuits, and the sugar will give them that perfect hint of sweetness.

3. Cut in the Butter:
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter, fork, or your hands, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. You want to leave some small chunks of butter visible; these chunks will melt while baking, creating those signature flaky layers in the biscuits.

4. Add the Buttermilk:
Pour in the buttermilk and vanilla extract (if using). Stir gently with a spoon until the dough starts to come together. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should still be a little lumpy. If you’re using frozen blueberries, gently fold them into the dough now, being cautious not to break them apart too much.

5. Incorporate the Blueberries:
If you’re using fresh blueberries, add them carefully after folding in the buttermilk. Gently fold them into the dough to distribute them evenly, but take care not to mash them. This will help keep the berries intact and prevent your dough from turning purple.

6. Shape the Biscuits:
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it down into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Use a round biscuit cutter (or a drinking glass) to cut out biscuits. Press straight down without twisting to ensure the biscuits rise properly.

7. Bake:
Transfer the biscuits to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. For a golden finish, sprinkle a little coarse sugar over the tops of the biscuits before baking. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool and Serve:
Once baked, allow the biscuits to cool for a few minutes before serving. These biscuits are best enjoyed fresh and warm from the oven.

Tips for Success

• Use cold butter: Cold butter is key to achieving flaky biscuits. It creates pockets of steam as it melts during baking, resulting in a light and airy texture.
• Don’t overwork the dough: Mix the dough just enough to bring it together. Overworking it will result in dense biscuits.
• Fresh blueberries: Fresh blueberries will give the best flavor and texture, but if you only have frozen berries on hand, make sure to toss them in a little flour before adding them to the dough to prevent them from bleeding into the biscuit mixture.
• Serve with jam or cream: These biscuits are delicious on their own, but you can elevate them even more by serving them with a dollop of fresh whipped cream or a spoonful of fruit jam.

Variations to Try

• Lemon Blueberry Biscuits: Add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest to the dry ingredients to enhance the citrusy flavor of the blueberries.
• Blueberry Cream Biscuits: Substitute half of the buttermilk with heavy cream for an extra rich and creamy biscuit.
• Honey Blueberry Biscuits: Drizzle honey over the biscuits right after they come out of the oven for an added sweetness.

Why You’ll Love These Biscuits

These Sweet Blueberry Biscuits are perfect for any occasion. They make a lovely addition to a brunch spread, a delightful breakfast treat, or a simple snack to enjoy with your favorite beverage. The light, flaky texture combined with the natural sweetness of blueberries will make these biscuits a family favorite. Plus, they’re easy to make and come together in just about 30 minutes, so you can enjoy homemade goodness without spending hours in the kitchen.

Try these biscuits today, and let the irresistible smell of fresh-baked goodness fill your home!