Sweet Blueberry Biscuits: Fluffy, Buttery & Bursting with Juicy Berries
A Simple and Delicious Treat for Morning or Anytime Cravings
There’s something deeply satisfying about pulling apart a warm, fluffy biscuit — especially one that’s studded with sweet, juicy blueberries. These Sweet Blueberry Biscuits are buttery, soft, and bursting with fruity flavor. They’re part breakfast, part dessert, and completely irresistible.
Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out in the kitchen, this recipe is easy enough for beginners and impressive enough to share. Let’s walk through the process together and create a batch of golden, fluffy biscuits that are sweet, tender, and packed with blueberry goodness.
💙 Why You’ll Love These Biscuits
- No yeast, no waiting — ready in under 30 minutes
- Beginner-friendly — easy to follow, no mixer required
- Versatile — perfect for breakfast, brunch, snack, or dessert
- Flavor-packed — juicy berries meet buttery biscuit layers
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
(Makes 8–10 biscuits)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (plus extra for topping)
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
- ¾ cup buttermilk (or see below for homemade substitute)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for extra flavor)
📝 Buttermilk Substitute:
If you don’t have buttermilk, just mix:
- ¾ cup regular milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar
Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
🍴 Optional Glaze:
For a sweet bakery finish, mix:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
🧁 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients
Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Make sure your butter is cold and your blueberries are dry. If using frozen berries, don’t thaw — just toss them in a little flour to prevent them from bleeding too much into the dough.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Sugar
This ensures everything is evenly distributed.
Step 3: Cut in the Butter
Add your cold butter cubes to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter, two forks, or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
Beginner tip: Cold butter is key for fluffy biscuits. Don’t overwork it!
Step 4: Add Wet Ingredients
Pour in the buttermilk and vanilla extract, and stir gently with a spoon or spatula just until combined. Do not overmix — the dough should be a little shaggy and sticky.
Step 5: Gently Fold in Blueberries
Add the blueberries carefully and fold them into the dough. Try not to smash them — especially if using fresh ones. A few purple streaks are fine!
Step 6: Shape the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Sprinkle a little flour on top and gently pat it into a rectangle about 1 inch thick. Use your hands — no need for a rolling pin.
Use a biscuit cutter or a round glass to cut out biscuits. Gather and re-roll scraps as needed.
Place biscuits on your prepared baking sheet, close together for soft sides or spaced apart for crispier edges.
Step 7: Bake
Brush the tops of the biscuits with a little milk or melted butter, and sprinkle with sugar for a sweet, crunchy top.
Bake at 425°F for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
Step 8: Glaze & Serve
Let the biscuits cool for a few minutes. If using the glaze, drizzle it over the warm biscuits.
Serve warm with butter, a dollop of whipped cream, or just as they are — they’re delicious either way.
🌟 Pro Tips for Perfect Biscuits
✅ Keep everything cold — cold butter = fluffy biscuits
✅ Don’t overmix — stir gently for tender texture
✅ Fresh blueberries work best — but frozen can work too
✅ Eat fresh — biscuits are best the day they’re baked
🍽 Serving Suggestions
- Enjoy them warm for breakfast with coffee or tea
- Serve as a brunch treat with yogurt and honey
- Add a scoop of ice cream for a quick berry shortcake dessert
- Split them and stuff with lemon curd, whipped cream, or cream cheese
🧊 Storing and Reheating
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days
- Reheat in the microwave for 10–15 seconds or in the oven at 300°F for 5 minutes
- You can freeze baked biscuits for up to 2 months — just thaw and warm as needed
❤️ A Biscuit to Fall in Love With
These Sweet Blueberry Biscuits are everything a comfort food should be — warm, soft, sweet, and deeply satisfying. They’re easy to make, hard to mess up, and impossible to resist.
Whether you’re baking for your family, your friends, or just yourself (no judgment — we’ve all eaten three in one sitting), this simple recipe will become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.
So grab a bowl, a handful of berries, and some butter, and get baking. Because a little sweetness, especially when wrapped in a golden biscuit, can brighten any day.
