If you’re craving fluffy biscuits without the fuss of rolling or folding, these homemade Greek yogurt drop biscuits will be one of your new favorite recipes. Unlike traditional buttermilk biscuits, this original recipe skips the layers and focuses on creating tender biscuits with a soft, buttery inside and golden brown top. They’re made with simple ingredients and are easy enough to whip up on a regular basis, whether you’re serving them as a cozy side dish with soup, spreading with butter and jam, or pairing with breakfast for a buttery taste without the extra work.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- This is an easy recipe compared to traditional buttermilk biscuits. No rolling, folding, or cutting; just mix and drop onto a sheet pan.
- These easy yogurt biscuits are tender and fluffy. The Greek yogurt adds moisture to help the biscuits stay soft inside.
- These delicious biscuits have a satisfying buttery taste without being heavy.
- It is a versatile side! Serve with breakfast recipes, soups, or simply enjoy with honey, jam, or butter. You could even use them for breakfast sandwiches or serve them alongside a fried egg or with sausage gravy. If you're looking for another side, try our easy homemade cornbread recipe without buttermilk.
- Slightly lighter than some homemade biscuits, yet still the best biscuits for quick comfort food.
- Made with simple ingredients so you can bake them on a regular basis.
- If you're a fan of sweet biscuits, give our Cheesecake Factory strawberry shortcake copycat recipe a try!
Ingredient Notes
- All purpose flour - we have not tested this recipe with gluten free flour or almond flour.
- Greek yogurt - use a plain yogurt for this recipe (you can use nonfat Greek yogurt or whole Greek yogurt for a more tender crumb).
- Milk - you can use regular milk or a plant-based option such as almond milk.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements for these healthy Greek yogurt biscuits.
Recipe Tips & Variations
- Use cold butter for best texture.
- Do not overmix the dough; stir until just combined.
- Add shredded cheddar, herbs, or garlic powder for flavor variations.
How to Make Greek Yogurt Biscuits
For the full recipe instructions, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
Step 2: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs—some pea-sized chunks are perfect.
Step 3: In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the Greek yogurt, milk, and honey until smooth and well-blended.
Step 4: Pour the yogurt mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula just until the dough starts to come together—do not overmix. The biscuit dough will be sticky and shaggy.
Using a cookie scoop, spoon, or your hands (flour your hands), drop 12–14 portions of biscuit dough onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 5: Bake at 425°F for 11–14 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the centers are fully baked.
Homemade Greek Yogurt Biscuits FAQs
Store cooled biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for 1–2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Yes! Freeze baked Greek yogurt drop biscuits in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Thaw and warm in the oven at 350°F for 5–10 minutes, or simply reheat in the microwave until warm.
Yes, sour cream can work as a substitute but will have a slightly different taste.
Yes, scoop unbaked dough onto a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then store in a freezer-safe bag. Bake straight from frozen, adding 2–3 extra minutes to the bake time.
It is not gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan. It is vegetarian.
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Homemade Greek Yogurt Drop Biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cubed and cold
- ⅔ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs—some pea-sized chunks are perfect.
- In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the Greek yogurt, milk, and honey until smooth and well-blended.
- Pour the yogurt mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula just until the dough starts to come together—do not overmix. The dough will be sticky and shaggy.
- Using a cookie scoop, spoon, or your hands (flour your hands), drop 12–14 portions of biscuit dough onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 425°F for 11–14 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the centers are fully baked.
Notes
- Save time/prep ahead:
- Mix dry ingredients ahead and store in a sealed jar or container.
- Freeze unbaked dough scoops on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for quick baking later.
- Reheat baked biscuits in the oven at 350°F for 5–10 minutes to restore freshness.
- Make the dough, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Bake straight from the fridge when ready. Baked biscuits can also be stored and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- The recipe can be found on My Fitness Pal by searching "BWB Greek Yogurt Biscuits." The nutrition content provided for each recipe is an estimate created through the My Fitness Pal database. Please be aware that the nutritional content of each recipe may vary based on the products you use, the precision of your measurements, and the source you use to obtain nutrition data. While we try to provide accurate information, we give no guarantee regarding the accuracy of the nutritional information provided.
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