Recipe: Bourbon Honey Biscuits

Buttery Biscuits with a Touch of Bourbon Sweetness

Indulge in the perfect blend of Southern charm and sweet sophistication with our Bourbon Honey Biscuits. This delightful recipe combines the rich, buttery goodness of traditional biscuits with the subtle warmth of bourbon and the natural sweetness of honey. The result is a treat that’s not only perfect for breakfast or brunch but also makes a delectable dessert or snack.

These biscuits are incredibly easy to make, yet they offer a complex flavor profile that’s sure to impress. Start by mixing together simple dry ingredients—flour, baking powder, baking soda, and a touch of salt. The real magic begins when you incorporate cold, unsalted butter, which gives the biscuits their flaky, tender texture. Once the butter is perfectly cut into the flour, you’ll add a mixture of cold buttermilk, bourbon, and honey. This trio infuses the dough with a subtle sweetness and a hint of caramel from the bourbon, creating a unique depth of flavor.

Bourbon Honey Biscuit Recipe - Fool's Gold Honey

After gently combining the wet and dry ingredients, a few quick kneads on a floured surface bring the dough together. Cutting out the biscuits and brushing them with a beaten egg ensures they bake up golden and beautiful. The final touch? A drizzle of honey right out of the oven, adding a glossy, sweet finish that complements the buttery, slightly boozy notes of the biscuits.

Serve these Bourbon Honey Biscuits warm, slathered with butter or your favorite jam, or enjoy them plain to fully appreciate their nuanced flavors. They pair wonderfully with a hot cup of tea or coffee, making them a versatile addition to any meal. Whether you're hosting a brunch, looking for a new dessert, or simply craving a comforting homemade treat, these biscuits are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.


Do a dairy free version of these delectable biscuits by subbing margarine or vegan butter for the dairy butter and nut milk with 2 tablespoons of vinegar for the buttermilk. This simple swap will still taste just as good as the original.

The Recipe

Preheat your oven to 425º and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces (or margarine or vegan butter

3/4 cup buttermilk, cold (or nut milk with 2 tablespoons vinegar)
2 tablespoons bourbon
3 tablespoons Fool's Gold Bourbon Honey
Additional honey for drizzling

Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Cut in the Butter: Add the cold butter pieces to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Prepare the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the cold buttermilk, bourbon, and honey. Stir until the honey is dissolved.

Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk mixture. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough begins to come together. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky and shaggy.

Knead the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together. Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.

Cut the Biscuits: Use a floured biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out biscuits from the dough. Press straight down without twisting to ensure they rise evenly. Gather any scraps, gently knead them together, and cut out additional biscuits.

Prepare for Baking: Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Bake: Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Finish with Honey: Remove the biscuits from the oven and immediately drizzle with additional honey while they are still warm. Let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Breakfast Biscuits - Fool's Gold Bourbon Infused Honey

Enjoy your bourbon honey biscuits warm with butter, extra honey, or a dollop of your favorite jam. They make a delightful addition to breakfast, brunch, or even as a sweet treat with tea or coffee.

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