Savory Cheddar Biscuits
These flaky and buttery cheddar biscuits are perfect as a side to soups, salads, or just on their own.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Pastry cutter or fork
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Oven mitts
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 3/4 cup buttermilk cold
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Add cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and cut it in using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
- Create a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the buttermilk. Gently mix until a sticky dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
- Use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, brush the tops of the biscuits with melted garlic butter immediately after removing them from the oven.