What is the purpose of cornstarch in the recipe?

Name: Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour, (spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off); 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 teaspoons baking powder; ½ teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, (cut into ½-inch chunks); 1 cup thickly shredded Cheddar cheese; 1 cup buttermilk (see note); 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted); ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley

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Cornstarch helps in reducing gluten formation when mixed with flour. This results in biscuits that are tender and flaky, enhancing their overall texture.

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