Buttermilk Biscuit Ham Honey (Printable Version)
Golden biscuits with savory ham, cheddar, and sweet honey—perfect for an easy, crowd-pleasing breakfast or brunch.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Biscuits
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
07 - 3/4 cup buttermilk, plus additional for brushing
→ Filling
08 - 8 slices cooked ham, thinly sliced
09 - 8 slices cheddar cheese
10 - 2 tablespoons honey
11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, for brushing
12 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped chives, optional, for garnish
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar.
03 - Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fingertips until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Pour in the buttermilk and stir gently with a spatula until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing.
05 - Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat into a 1-inch-thick rectangle. Fold the dough in half and pat down; repeat this process two more times for optimal flakiness.
06 - Cut out 8 rounds using a 2-inch biscuit cutter. Position biscuits on the prepared sheet, touching for soft sides or spaced for crispier edges.
07 - Brush biscuit tops with extra buttermilk. Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool briefly on a wire rack.
08 - Slice each biscuit in half horizontally. Layer a slice of ham and cheddar cheese on the bottom half. Drizzle with honey and lightly season with black pepper.
09 - Replace the biscuit tops and brush with melted butter.
10 - If desired, return assembled sliders to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes to melt the cheese.
11 - Garnish with chopped chives if using. Serve warm.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses simple pantry ingredients you probably already have
- Quick and easy to make in under an hour
- Perfect balance of salty ham tangy cheese and velvety honey
- Can be prepped ahead or assembled fresh for brunch
- Ideal for sharing and great as a handheld breakfast
02 -
- Packed with protein and energy for busy mornings
- A crowd friendly choice for brunch or breakfast gatherings
- Flaky biscuits can be made ahead and frozen
03 -
- Keep your butter as cold as possible until it hits the oven This ensures those signature biscuit layers
- Do not overwork the dough gentle hands make soft biscuits
- If making for a party bake the biscuits ahead and assemble the sliders just before serving for best texture