Black Pepper Biscuits in 30 Minutes

Instructions:

1. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and black pepper in a large bowl. Ensure the pepper is spread evenly.
2. Add the chilled butter cubes to the flour. Use a pastry cutter or fork to work the butter in until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs with some pea sized lumps left.
3. Make a well in the center of the dry mix. Pour in the cold buttermilk.
4. Stir with a spoon just until the flour is moistened. Note: Stop as soon as a sticky dough forms to avoid toughness.
5. Turn the dough onto a floured surface. Gently pat it down to a 1 inch thickness.
6. Cut into circles or scoop as drop biscuits onto a parchment lined sheet.
7. Bake at 425°F (218°C) for 12–15 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the edges are crisp.
8. Remove from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter.