Flaky, golden biscuits slathered with sweet honey butter deliver Southern comfort in every bite. This family-friendly side pairs beautifully with any breakfast spread.
Preheat your oven to 450°F to ensure a hot, steady temperature for flaky biscuit layers.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until pea-sized crumbs form; keep the mixture chilled for best texture.
Gradually stir in the milk until the dough just comes together—avoid overmixing to prevent dense biscuits.
Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface, gently pat to 1-inch thickness, then cut biscuits with a 2-inch cutter and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 12–15 minutes until biscuits are golden brown on top and cooked through; remove promptly to avoid overbaking.
Mix softened butter with honey and a pinch of salt for the honey butter, then slather generously on warm biscuits before serving.