Description
Cheddar Bay Biscuits are fluffy, buttery, and cheesy biscuits with a hint of garlic and parsley, perfect as a savory side dish or appetizer. They are quick to make and baked until golden brown, delivering a deliciously soft interior and slightly crisp exterior.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Wet Ingredients and Others
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon parsley flakes (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing on biscuits)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring a non-stick surface for the biscuits to bake evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. This ensures even distribution of flavors and the leavening agent.
- Incorporate Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. The cold butter creates flaky layers in the biscuits.
- Add Milk: Gradually stir in the whole milk until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix to keep the biscuits tender and light.
- Shape Biscuits: Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart to allow room for rising and spreading.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the biscuits for 15 to 20 minutes or until they are golden brown on top and cooked through.
- Finish with Butter and Parsley: Once baked, brush the warm biscuits with melted butter for extra richness and sprinkle with parsley flakes for color and a mild herbal note.
Notes
- Use cold butter for flakier biscuits.
- Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough biscuits.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
- Optional: Add extra garlic powder for a stronger garlic flavor.
- Biscuits can be frozen and reheated for convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
