Name: Easy Hot Honey Biscuits
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-489347H37M1S
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups all‑purpose flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed); 3/4 cup milk or buttermilk; 1/4 cup honey; 1‑2 tablespoons hot sauce (such as sriracha) or to taste

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Easy Hot Honey Biscuits are golden, fluffy biscuits drizzled with sweet and spicy hot honey, creating the perfect balance of comfort and kick. They’re ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a bold side to any savory dish.

Why I’ll Love This Recipe

I love how these biscuits come together so quickly and still feel special. The warm, buttery layers combined with the drizzle of hot honey give me that perfect sweet-heat combo. They’re simple enough for a weekday and impressive enough for a weekend spread. Easy Hot Honey Biscuits

Ingredients

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All-purpose flour
Baking powder
Salt
Cold butter
Milk or buttermilk
Honey
Hot sauce (like sriracha or your favorite brand)

Directions

I preheat the oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
I whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
I cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mix resembles coarse crumbs.
I add the milk and stir just until a soft dough forms.
I turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
I cut out biscuits using a round cutter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
I bake at 425°F (220°C) for about 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
While they bake, I mix the honey and hot sauce to taste in a small bowl.
When the biscuits come out of the oven, I drizzle them with the hot honey while they’re still warm.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes about 8 biscuits. It takes around 10 minutes to prep and 12–15 minutes to bake.

Variations

I swap in buttermilk for extra tang and tenderness.
I use chili-infused honey for a shortcut.
For extra heat, I brush the tops with melted butter and hot sauce before baking.
I sometimes add shredded cheddar or herbs to the dough for a savory twist.

Storage/Reheating

I store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days. To reheat, I wrap them in foil and warm in the oven at 300°F for 8–10 minutes or microwave for 15–20 seconds. I always reheat the hot honey separately and drizzle it on just before serving. Easy Hot Honey Biscuits

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, I prepare the dough and refrigerate it up to 24 hours in advance, then cut and bake when ready.

What kind of hot sauce works best?

I like using sriracha or a vinegar-based hot sauce, but any brand I love will work—mild or spicy.

Can I make these gluten-free?

Yes, I use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and keep everything else the same.

Do these work with dairy-free butter and milk?

Absolutely. I’ve used plant-based butter and almond milk with good results.

Can I freeze the biscuits?

Yes, I freeze the unbaked biscuits and bake them straight from frozen, adding a couple extra minutes to the baking time.

Conclusion

Easy Hot Honey Biscuits are a warm, flaky, sweet-and-spicy treat I keep coming back to. Whether I serve them with fried chicken, eggs, or all on their own, they always add a little excitement to the table. Quick to make and packed with flavor, they’re one of my favorite biscuit recipes.