Thanksgiving Honey Butter Biscuits

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I have to tell you, I am completely head over heels for these Honey Butter Biscuits.

They are soft, flaky, and that honey butter glaze gives them this perfect touch of sweetness that just hits different.

I first made these during a Thanksgiving rush and honestly, they came together so fast, it felt like magic.

Just three ingredients and boom, my kitchen smells amazing, everyone at the table is asking for seconds, and I am sneaking bites before anyone notices.

Ingredients

For the biscuits
2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup heavy cream

For the honey butter
4 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons honey

Why I Love These Ingredients

Self-rising flour is my go to for quick biscuits because it already has baking powder and salt mixed in.

It makes the biscuits fluffy and light without me having to think too much. Heavy cream is rich and makes everything soft and tender, I love the way it feels when I knead the dough.

Honey butter is my favorite part.

I mix softened butter with honey until it is smooth and glossy, and honestly, it smells so good I could just eat it by the spoonful.

The butter gives it creaminess and the honey adds this warm, golden sweetness that makes these biscuits feel extra special.

Making the Biscuits

I start by preheating my oven to 425°F so it is nice and hot. I line a baking sheet with parchment paper but honestly, a light spray of cooking oil works if I don’t have parchment.

Then I make the honey butter. I grab 4 tablespoons of softened butter and 2 tablespoons of honey and mix them with a fork until creamy.

I set it aside because this is going on the biscuits later and I want it to melt perfectly.

In a big bowl, I measure out the 2 cups of self-rising flour and pour in the heavy cream.

I stir gently with a fork or wooden spoon until the dough starts to come together.

It is okay if it looks a little shaggy, overmixing makes biscuits tough and nobody wants that.

Once it’s together, I turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it just a few times to form a soft ball.

I pat the dough down to about half an inch thick. I don’t bother with a rolling pin, I kind of like that rustic, homemade look.

I use a 2-inch biscuit cutter or even a glass and press straight down without twisting so the biscuits rise tall and evenly.

I place them close together on the baking sheet, not touching, because I love that they puff up and get tall in the oven.

Bake them for 10 to 12 minutes until they are golden brown on top and puffed up. The smell is insane, it makes my whole kitchen feel cozy.

As soon as they come out, I brush the tops with half of the honey butter mixture, letting it melt into the warm biscuits.

This makes them glossy and sweet, basically impossible to resist.

I let them cool for a couple minutes because otherwise, I burn my mouth every time. They are best served warm and extra honey butter on the side is always a good call.

How I Serve Them

I stack them in a basket with a cloth napkin to keep them cozy. They go perfectly with turkey, mashed potatoes, or cranberry sauce.

Sometimes I sprinkle a tiny bit of flaky sea salt on top of the honey butter for this amazing sweet-salty vibe.

I also set out extra honey butter for anyone who wants more, and trust me, everyone will.

Leftovers

If I have any leftovers, I store them in an airtight container at room temp for a couple of days or in the fridge for up to five days.

To reheat, I wrap them in foil and warm in a 300°F oven for 5 to 7 minutes to keep them soft. They freeze really well for up to two months.

I just thaw at room temp and pop them in the oven to bring back that flaky goodness.

The honey butter keeps in the fridge for a week and I soften it before using again.

My Tips and Tricks

I try not to overmix the dough so the biscuits stay tender.

Press the cutter straight down without twisting so they rise perfectly.

If I want them sweeter, I drizzle a little extra honey into the butter.

I sometimes make the dough and cut the biscuits a few hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake, which is a lifesaver if I have a bunch of stuff going on.

For a fun twist, I add a pinch of cinnamon to the honey butter, it gives them a warm, cozy flavor that everyone loves.