Keto Buttermilk-Style Biscuits with Flaky Layers
Soft, buttery, low-carb biscuits that taste just like the real buttermilk ones. These keto biscuits bake up golden with tender, flaky layers. Perfect for breakfast sandwiches, soups, or just warm with butter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 biscuits 1x
- Category: Bread / Breakfast / Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Keto, Low-Carb
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
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2 cups (200g) almond flour
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3 tablespoons (20g) coconut flour
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon xanthan gum (optional, helps structure)
Wet Ingredients
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1 large egg, cold
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⅓ cup (80ml) heavy cream
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1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
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4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
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2 tablespoons (30ml) cold water, if needed
For brushing
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1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
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Make buttermilk mix: Stir apple cider vinegar into the heavy cream. Let sit 5 minutes to curdle.
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Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, and xanthan gum.
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Cut in butter: Add cold butter cubes. Use a fork or pastry cutter to mix until crumbly with small butter bits visible.
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Add wet mix: Whisk egg into the buttermilk mixture, then pour into dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms. Add 1–2 tbsp water if dry.
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Chill dough: Cover and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes.
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Shape biscuits: Pat dough into a 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick rectangle. Fold once or twice for layers, then cut with a biscuit cutter or glass.
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Bake: Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with melted butter. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
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Cool & serve: Let cool slightly before serving warm with butter or gravy.
Notes
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Keep butter and dough cold for the best flaky texture.
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If dough feels sticky, chill again before shaping.
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Great for freezing! Reheat in oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes.
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For flavor twists, add shredded cheese, herbs, or garlic powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 230 kcal Sugar 1g Sodium 210mg Fat 21g Saturated Fat 8g Unsaturated Fat 12g Trans Fat 0g Carbohydrates 5g Fiber 2g Net Carbs 3g Protein 6g Cholesterol 55mg