Honey Butter Glazed Biscuits

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There’s something about pulling a tray of warm, golden biscuits out of the oven, the flaky layers, the buttery aroma, and that first bite that practically melts in your mouth. Today I’m sharing my recipe for Honey Butter Glazed Biscuits, a foolproof way to elevate classic buttermilk biscuits with a sweet, glossy glaze.

These biscuits are tender on the inside, crisp on the outside, and brushed with a dreamy mixture of melted butter and honey that makes them taste bakery-worthy. Plus, in the spirit of celebrating the seasons, I cut mine into little ghost shapes for Halloween. They turned out as fun as they were delicious, and I think you’ll love them too.

Whether you’re making them for a holiday breakfast, serving them with dinner, or just want a cozy homemade treat with your afternoon tea, this recipe is easy, versatile, and guaranteed to be a hit.

Why You’ll Love These Honey Butter Glazed Biscuits

• Simple ingredients: Just pantry staples and a little honey, no fancy tools required.
  
• Flaky layers every time: Folding the dough creates those irresistible buttery layers.
  
• Customizable: Cut them into circles, hearts, or even ghosts and pumpkins for fall.
  
• Perfect for any meal: They’re equally at home on a breakfast table or served alongside savory dishes like fried chicken or roast turkey.
  
• Crowd-pleasing glaze: The honey butter gives each biscuit a shiny finish and just the right touch of sweetness.
  

If you’ve ever wanted to master a biscuit recipe that feels a little special without being complicated, this is the one.

Honey Butter Glazed Biscuit Recipe

Servings: 10 biscuits
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

For the Biscuits:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
  
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
  
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
  
• 1 teaspoon salt
  
• ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  
• ¾ cup cold buttermilk (plus a little more for brushing)
  

For the Honey Butter Glaze:

• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  
• 3 tablespoons honey
  
• Pinch of flaky sea salt (optional, for garnish)
  

Instructions

Step 1: Prep Your Oven

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.

Step 2: Make the Biscuit Dough

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
Cut in the cold butter with a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.

Pour in the buttermilk and stir gently with a fork until just combined. The dough will be shaggy, don’t overmix!

Step 3: Shape the Biscuits

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it 5–6 times gently, just enough to bring it together.

Pat the dough into a rectangle about ¾-inch thick. Fold it in half, pat it down again, and repeat twice more, this step creates flaky layers.

Now for the fun part: Use a 2½-inch biscuit cutter for classic rounds, or grab some seasonal cookie cutters. I used a ghost cutter to make them Halloween-ready. Pumpkins, stars, or hearts would be adorable for other occasions.

Place the biscuits close together on the baking sheet (this helps them rise tall). Brush the tops lightly with buttermilk.

Step 4: Bake

Bake for 12–15 minutes, until puffed and golden brown on top.

Step 5: Make the Honey Butter Glaze

While the biscuits bake, whisk together the melted butter and honey.

Step 6: Glaze & Serve

Remove the biscuits from the oven and immediately brush with warm honey butter. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if you’d like a sweet-salty finish. Serve warm.

Tips & Variations

• Cinnamon twist: Add ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon to the glaze for a cozy fall flavor.
  
• Savory balance: Use salted butter for the glaze if you want a sweet-and-salty bite.
  
• Holiday table ready: Shape biscuits into ghosts for Halloween, trees for Christmas, or hearts for Valentine’s Day.
  
• Pairings: These biscuits go beautifully with fried chicken, roasted ham, chili, or just a hot cup of tea.
  

Serving Ideas

These biscuits are versatile enough for every occasion:

• Breakfast: Serve with scrambled eggs, bacon, and fruit.
  
• Brunch: Pair with quiche or smoked salmon for a chic spread.
  
• Dinner: Perfect alongside soups, stews, and roasts.
  
• Entertaining: Add them to a holiday bread basket for a show-stopping side.
  

And let’s be honest, they’re also incredible eaten straight from the pan, warm and dripping with honey butter.

Why Cold Butter and Folding Matter

If you’ve ever made biscuits that turned out flat or dense, the secret lies in two things:

1. Cold butter: When butter hits the hot oven, it releases steam, which creates pockets of air, aka flaky layers.
   
2. Folding the dough: This simple step mimics lamination, like in puff pastry, and guarantees beautiful, tall biscuits.
   

So don’t skip chilling your ingredients or that quick folding step, it makes all the difference.

Can You Make These Ahead?

Yes! Here are a few options:

• Freeze before baking: Cut out the biscuits, place them on a baking sheet, and freeze until solid. Store in a zip-top bag and bake straight from frozen, adding 2–3 minutes to the bake time.
  
• Reheat after baking: Already baked biscuits can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Warm them in the oven at 325°F for 5–7 minutes before serving.
  

The honey butter glaze can also be made ahead and stored in the fridge. Just reheat until melted before brushing on.

Seasonal Fun: Ghost-Shaped Biscuits

One of my favorite things about this recipe is how adaptable it is for holidays. For Halloween, I couldn’t resist using my little ghost cookie cutter to make spooky (but still sweet) biscuits. The honey butter glaze gave them a shiny finish that made the shapes stand out even more.

Kids will love helping cut out the shapes, and they make the cutest addition to a Halloween breakfast, a fall brunch board, or even as a fun dinner roll alternative at a themed party.

And don’t worry, if you don’t have a ghost cutter, you can use pumpkins, bats, or even classic rounds.

Honey Butter Glazed Biscuits FAQ

Can I use regular milk instead of buttermilk?
Yes, buttermilk gives the biscuits their signature tang and tenderness. If you don’t have any, make a quick substitute by mixing ¾ cup milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.

Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes! Swap the all-purpose flour for a high-quality gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum. The texture will be slightly different but still delicious.

What’s the best way to store leftovers?
Keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days, or freeze for longer storage. Reheat in the oven for best results.

Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely! This recipe doubles easily if you’re feeding a crowd.

Final Thoughts

These Honey Butter Glazed Biscuits are everything you want in a homemade biscuit: easy to make, irresistibly flaky, and kissed with sweet honey butter that makes them shine.

Whether you’re serving them at a holiday brunch, adding them to your dinner table, or cutting them into ghosts for a seasonal twist, they’re guaranteed to make the occasion feel extra special.

So grab your flour and butter, preheat that oven, and get ready to bake a batch of biscuits that will disappear faster than a Halloween ghost.