Cathead Biscuits

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A southern classic, the cathead biscuit is named for its similar size to a cat head. Cathead biscuits are buttery, tender, and easily made as there is no need for a biscuit cutter or kneading.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 424kcal

Ingredients

1 tbsp unsalted butter melted
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
1 1/2 tbsp baking powder
3/4 tsp baking soda
1 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
1 3/4 cup buttermilk cold

Instructions

Heat your oven to 425F and set the rack in the center. Prepare a 9-inch cake pan by evenly coating the bottom and sides with 1 tablespoon of butter.
Combine flour, salt, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda in a large bowl. Add cold cubed butter. Using a pastry blender or two forks, work the butter into the flour until it's fully coated and the pieces are pea-sized.
Gently fold in buttermilk with a spatula, just until the dough comes together and most of the flour is moistened.
Section the dough into eight parts and use a ½ cup measure to place dough portions into the buttered pan.
Bake until the tops of the dough are rugged and turn a deep golden brown, about 22-25 minutes.

Notes

How to Store & Reheat Cathead Biscuits

After the biscuits have completely cooled to room temperature, place them in an airtight container or resealable plastic bag to prevent them from drying out. Store at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Refrigeration: Properly sealed biscuits can be stored for up to a week in the fridge.

Freezer: Wrap the entire batch of cathead biscuits together or individually in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer safe container or plastic bag. Be sure to squeeze out any excess air. Freeze cathead biscuits for up to 3 months.

Reheating room temperature or refrigerated biscuits: Preheat your oven to 350F. Place biscuits on a baking sheet and heat for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Reheating from frozen: Allow the frozen biscuits to thaw out overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Once thawed, follow the instructions above for reheating.

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