Step 1

Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C)

Step 2

In a mixing bowl; combine the four, baking powder, salt and sugar together.

Step 3

Next, cut the butter into the flour mixture using a pastry blender until crumbly.

Step 4

Next, add the heavy whipping cream to the flour mixture, stirring just until combined.

Step 5

Lightly flour your work surface and turn the dough out.

Step 6

Use your hands to press out the dough to about ½ inch thickness; fold into thirds then press out again; repeat folding once more then press the dough for cutting.

Step 7

Use a biscuit cutter, pressing straight down (do not twist) to cut each biscuit. Place the biscuits on a parchment lined baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake 12-15 minutes until light golden brown on top.

Step 9

Brush the tops with melted butter if desired.