West Virginia Honey Butter Grilled Biscuits

Introduction

There's something truly special about grilling in the fresh mountain air of West Virginia, and this Honey Butter Grilled Biscuits recipe showcases how simple ingredients transform into unforgettable bites using your Arteflame grill. Without an oven or pans, this dish uses the Arteflame's flat top griddle to cook buttery-rich biscuits to perfection, finishing them with a golden drizzle of honey butter for a sweet, caramelized finish. The even heat distribution of the Arteflame gives each biscuit an incredible sear while keeping them moist and flavorful. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a savory side to your grilled meats.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed (plus more for grilling)
• 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
• 2 tbsp honey (for honey butter)
• 3 tbsp softened unsalted butter (for honey butter)

Instructions

Step 1: Fire Up the Arteflame Grill

1. Pour a small amount of vegetable oil on three folded paper napkins.
2. Place them in the grill base, then stack firewood overtop.
3. Light the paper napkins. Your grill will be ready for cooking in about 20 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare Biscuit Dough

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
2. Cut in the cold butter with your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Stir in the cold buttermilk until just combined.
4. Turn the dough onto a floured surface, fold it over gently 3–4 times to layer, and pat to about 1-inch thickness.
5. Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out round biscuits and set aside.

Step 3: Grill the Biscuits

1. Butter the flat cooktop just a bit to prevent sticking and enhance flavor.
2. Place biscuits directly onto the hotter center area of the flat cooktop – avoid touching the center grate.
3. Grill for 3–4 minutes per side, checking the bottoms for a golden-brown sear. Flip carefully using a spatula.
4. Move towards the cooler outer area if they’re browning too fast. Adjust positioning as needed.

Step 4: Make Honey Butter

1. On an unused cooler area of the griddle, melt 3 tbsp butter.
2. Stir in 2 tbsp of honey until combined and just warm.
3. Brush warm honey butter over the grilled biscuits immediately after removing from heat.

Step 5: Serve

1. Serve warm biscuits as is, or alongside grilled bacon, eggs, or smoked meats.

Tips

• Keep your butter and buttermilk very cold to ensure fluffy, flaky biscuits.
• Use the center cooking zones for faster searing and the outer zones to prevent overcooking.
• No need for cast iron – the flat Arteflame cooktop adds a beautiful crust to the biscuits on its own.
• Add a small amount of extra butter under each biscuit for even more buttery flavor.
• Clean-up is fast and easy on the Arteflame – just scrape and oil the surface when done.

Variations

1. Cheddar-Chive Biscuits: Mix in 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives for a savory twist.
2. Cinnamon Sugar Biscuits: Sprinkle the biscuits with cinnamon sugar before grilling and finish with a cream cheese drizzle.
3. Applewood Bacon Biscuits: Add crumbles of cooked bacon to dough and pair with a maple-honey butter glaze.
4. Smoky Pimento Biscuits: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped pimentos and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika into the dough for a Southern kick.
5. Herbed Cornmeal Biscuits: Replace 1/2 cup of flour with yellow cornmeal and add thyme and rosemary for texture and flavor depth.

Best pairings

• Freshly brewed black coffee or sweet iced tea
• Grilled sausage patties or thick-cut bacon
• Smoked eggs or grilled breakfast hash on the flat top
• Sweet preserves like blackberry or peach jam
• Hot sauce or pepper jelly for a spicy contrast

Conclusion

Honey Butter Grilled Biscuits are a true testament to how versatile and efficient your Arteflame grill can be. No oven, no pans—just incredible flavor and golden, crispy edges. Rooted in West Virginia charm and cooked over real wood fire, these biscuits are bound to become a go-to favorite. Add this recipe to your grilling lineup, and delight your friends and family with buttery perfection.