Description
These Homemade Cheddar Biscuits are flaky, cheesy, and loaded with sharp cheddar flavor. Perfectly golden and tender, they make a delightful side for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Quick to prepare and baked to perfection, these biscuits are an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Wet Ingredients and Add-ins
- 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup buttermilk (plus more as needed)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and garlic powder (if using), ensuring they are evenly combined.
- Cut in Butter: Add the cold butter cubes to the dry mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to incorporate the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with small pea-sized pieces.
- Add Cheese and Herbs: Stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and chopped herbs if you choose to include them, distributing evenly throughout the mixture.
- Mix Dough: Pour in the buttermilk and gently stir until the dough just comes together. If the dough seems too dry, add additional buttermilk a tablespoon at a time to achieve a soft consistency.
- Shape Biscuits: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out rounds. Press the scraps gently together to cut out more biscuits.
- Bake: Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet. Position them close together for softer sides or spaced apart for crispier edges. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the tops turn golden brown.
- Optional Finish: Remove the warm biscuits from the oven and brush with melted butter for added flavor and moisture.
- Serve and Store: Serve the biscuits warm. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
Notes
- Use cold butter to achieve flaky biscuits.
- Buttermilk can be substituted with milk plus 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice if unavailable.
- For extra flavor, add herbs like chives or parsley.
- Brushing with melted butter right after baking adds shine and richness.
- Biscuits can be reheated in a toaster oven or conventional oven to restore freshness.
