Biscuits with Butter

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Step 2

Cut 1/2 cup cold butter into small cubes. Work into the flour with your fingers or a pastry blender until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.

Step 3

Pour in 3/4 cup milk and stir with a fork just until a shaggy dough forms. Do not overmix; it should be soft and slightly sticky.

Step 4

Turn dough onto a floured surface. Gently knead 4-5 times, then pat into a 1-inch thick round. Cut out biscuits with a 2-inch cutter, re-rolling scraps once.

Step 5

Place biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet, sides touching. Bake until tops are golden brown, 10-12 minutes.

Step 6

Remove from oven and brush tops with 1 tablespoon melted butter if desired. Serve warm with remaining butter.