Description
These Cheddar Bay Biscuits are a savory, golden-brown treat loaded with sharp cheddar cheese, garlic, and a buttery herb topping, perfect as a side for any meal or as a snack on their own. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, they bring the irresistible flavors of a classic seafood restaurant biscuit to your kitchen in just 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
- 1 Tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup (113g) salted butter, melted
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
Topping
- 3 Tablespoons salted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried or fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the biscuits evenly.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, garlic powder, sugar, and salt until well combined to build the biscuit base.
- Add cheese and wet ingredients: Stir the shredded sharp cheddar cheese into the dry mixture. In a separate container, mix the melted butter with the buttermilk until small lumps form, then fold this wet mixture into the dry ingredients carefully to avoid overmixing.
- Shape biscuits: Drop the batter by ¼-cupfuls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them enough to allow rising and spreading during baking.
- Bake: Place the sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the tops of the biscuits turn golden brown, signaling they are cooked through.
- Prepare topping: While the biscuits bake, combine melted butter, garlic powder, and chopped parsley in a small bowl. Once biscuits are out of the oven, generously brush this mixture over the hot biscuits to give them a flavorful, shiny finish.
Notes
- Use buttermilk for a tangier flavor and softer texture; regular milk is an acceptable substitute.
- Do not overmix the dough as it can lead to tough biscuits.
- For extra garlic flavor, you can add a bit of garlic salt instead of regular salt and garlic powder.
- Make sure your baking powder and baking soda are fresh to ensure proper rising.
- These biscuits are best served warm right out of the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
