Description
Cheddar Bay Biscuits are tender, fluffy, and cheesy biscuits that deliver a warm, buttery hug in every bite. Combining sharp cheddar, rich butter, and a hint of garlic, these biscuits offer a comforting, savory treat that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Quick and simple to make, they bring nostalgic homey flavors with a gourmet touch.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for topping)
- 1 cup sharp or medium cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
Garlic Butter Topping
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Start by heating your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to ensure your biscuits don’t stick while baking.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, salt, and garlic powder until thoroughly combined. This foundation creates the perfect rise and flavor base.
- Incorporate the butter and cheddar: Add melted butter and shredded cheddar cheese into the dry mixture. Stir gently until the cheese is evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture, ensuring little pockets of cheesy goodness in every biscuit.
- Add the buttermilk: Pour in the cold buttermilk and gently fold the dough using a spatula until it just comes together. Overmixing can make biscuits tough, so keep it light and airy.
- Shape and bake the biscuits: Using a spoon or your hands, drop roughly 12 equal-sized spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space in between. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Prepare the garlic butter topping: While the biscuits bake, melt some unsalted butter and mix in garlic powder and a pinch of fresh parsley. As soon as the biscuits come out of the oven, brush this buttery topping liberally over each one.
- Serve warm and enjoy: Serve the Cheddar Bay Biscuits hot for the best melt-in-your-mouth experience that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
Notes
- Use cold buttermilk to help keep the dough tender and produce flakier biscuits.
- Don’t overmix the dough; mix until just combined to prevent tough, dense biscuits.
- Use freshly shredded cheddar cheese instead of pre-shredded for better melting and flavor.
- Brush the garlic butter topping immediately after baking while the biscuits are hot to maximize absorption.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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