Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, and confectioners sugar.

Step 3

Add shortening. With a spoon or knife, cut into the flour mixture until it is coarsely crumbled. Add buttermilk and stir gently.

Step 4

Knead dough until smooth.

Step 5

On a lightly floured surface, roll out your dough and use a biscuit cutter to form circles.

Step 6

On a baking sheet, place your biscuits at least two inches apart. Bake in the oven for 12 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 7

Take your biscuits out of the oven and brush over with melted butter.

Step 8

Serve.