Cut in the butter
Add cold butter cubes. Use a pastry cutter or fork to cut butter into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add sour cream
Stir in sour cream (and egg, if using) until a soft dough forms. Add milk if too dry.
Knead & roll
Turn dough onto a floured surface. Gently knead 3–4 times.
Roll or pat to ¾-inch thickness.
Cut & bake
Use a 2–3 inch round cutter to cut biscuits. Press straight down — don’t twist.
Place on baking sheet, close together for soft sides, apart for crispier edges.
Bake 12–15 minutes , until golden brown.
Serve warm
Brush with melted butter if desired.
Serve immediately with:
Honey or jam
Gravy or fried chicken
A pat of butter that melts into every layer
Tips for the Best Biscuits
🔥 Keep ingredients cold — cold butter = flaky layers
🔥 Don’t overmix — leads to tough biscuits
🔥 Use full-fat sour cream — low-fat can make them dense
🔥 Bake hot and fast — ensures rise and golden color
🔥 Eat fresh — best served the same day (but can be reheated)
Ways to Customize Your Biscuits
Love the base? Try these fun twists:
🧀 Cheesy Biscuits – Fold in ½ cup shredded cheddar or Parmesan
🌶️ Spicy Kick – Add ½ tsp cayenne or diced jalapeños
🥓 Bacon & Chive – Mix in cooked bacon and fresh chives
🍯 Sweet Version – Add cinnamon sugar and serve with fruit
🍞 Herb-Infused – Add rosemary, thyme, or garlic powder
🍽️ Pull-Apart Loaf – Cut dough into cubes, layer in a pan with butter and herbs, then bake
What to Serve With Sour Cream Biscuits
These biscuits are versatile and delicious — here are some great pairings:
Chicken fried steak & gravy
Eggs and bacon
Peach jam or honey butter
Pimento cheese or deviled ham
A cold glass of milk or sweet tea
Perfect for:
Weekend breakfasts
Holiday meals
Freezing for future mornings
Dinner rolls with roast chicken
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Can I use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream?
Yes — full-fat Greek yogurt works perfectly as a 1:1 substitute.
❓ Can I make them ahead?
Yes! Assemble and refrigerate unbaked biscuits overnight. Bake as directed.
❓ Can I freeze them?
Absolutely! Freeze baked biscuits on a tray, then transfer to a bag. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5–8 minutes.
❓ Are they gluten-free?
Yes — if you use a gluten-free 1:1 flour blend (like Bob’s Red Mill).
