Description
These Cheesy Biscuits are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that pairs perfectly with any meal. Featuring a flaky, buttery texture with a cheesy kick, these biscuits are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and garlic powder.
- Add Butter and Cheese: Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the shredded cheese.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the buttermilk and mix until just combined.
- Bake: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Finish: Brush warm biscuits with melted butter and sprinkle with parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the dry mix.
- Biscuits are best when fresh but can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes.
- If you lack buttermilk, make your own by adding 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice to 3/4 cup milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 330 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
