🥐 “Billion Dollar” Buttery Biscuits
(Mediterranean-Inspired, Ultra-Soft & Golden)
🌿 Description
Billion Dollar Buttery Biscuits are tender, fluffy, and unbelievably rich—crispy on the outside and cloud-soft inside. This Mediterranean-inspired version keeps the luxurious buttery flavor while using olive oil and yogurt to enhance moisture and digestibility. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or alongside soups and stews, these biscuits taste like bakery gold with simple pantry ingredients.
📝 Ingredients (Makes 8–10 biscuits)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tbsp baking powder
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1 tsp sugar
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup cold butter, cubed
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¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
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¾ cup plain yogurt or buttermilk
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2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking tray or lightly grease it. -
Mix dry ingredients
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. -
Cut in butter
Add cold butter and rub it into the flour until it looks like coarse crumbs. -
Add liquids
Stir in olive oil and yogurt (or buttermilk). Mix gently just until dough comes together—do not overmix. -
Shape biscuits
Turn dough onto a floured surface. Pat to about 2 cm (¾-inch) thickness. Cut into rounds. -
Bake
Place biscuits close together on tray. Bake 12–15 minutes until tall and golden. -
Finish
Brush hot biscuits generously with melted butter. Serve warm.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
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With honey, jam, or olive oil
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Alongside Mediterranean soups or stews
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As a breakfast sandwich with eggs
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With garlic butter or herbed yogurt spread
❓ Q & A
Q: Why are they called “Billion Dollar” biscuits?
A: Because they taste outrageously rich, soft, and luxurious—like a million (or billion) bucks 😄
Q: Are these Mediterranean-friendly?
A: Yes. Olive oil, yogurt, and minimal sugar align well with Mediterranean-style baking.
Q: Can I make them without butter?
A: You can replace butter with more olive oil, but the texture will be slightly less flaky.
Q: Can I make them ahead of time?
A: Yes. Bake, cool, and store airtight for 2 days—or freeze unbaked biscuits.
Q: Can I make them savory?
A: Absolutely! Add grated cheese, herbs, or garlic powder to the dough.
