Soft Levain Bakery NYC Biscuits
These incredibly soft and fluffy biscuits are perfect for a busy morning or an indulgent afternoon snack, inspired by the legendary Levain Bakery in NYC.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup cold butter, diced Keep cold for best results.
- ¾ cup buttermilk Can substitute with regular milk mixed with vinegar or lemon juice.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Whisk them together to ensure they’re well blended.
- Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold diced butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the buttermilk and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- On a floured surface, turn the dough out and gently knead it 2-3 times until it holds together. Pat it out into a rectangle about 1-inch thick.
- Using a biscuit cutter or a glass, cut out rounds from the dough.
Baking
- Place cut biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they’re touching slightly for soft edges. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Let the biscuits cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Delicious with butter, jam, or honey. Cold butter is key for flaky texture. Don’t overwork the dough. Experiment with flavors by adding herbs, cheese or chocolate chips.