Warm, buttery, and packed with cheesy goodness, these cheddar biscuits are a perfect addition to any meal. Whether served as a side dish for dinner, as part of a breakfast spread, or simply enjoyed on their own, these biscuits deliver on both flavor and texture. Inspired by restaurant favorites, this recipe proves that homemade is always better. With the perfect blend of herbs, spices, and sharp cheddar, these biscuits are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients for Cheddar Biscuits
- 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour (240 g)
- 1 Tbsp baking powder (15 g)
- 1 tsp baking soda (5 g)
- 2 tsp granulated sugar (10 g)
- 1 tsp dried rosemary, ground (2 g)
- ½ tsp garlic powder (2.5 g)
- ½ tsp ground Himalayan sea salt (2.5 g)
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (a pinch)
- ½ cup frozen butter (1 stick or 115 g)
- ¾ cup milk or buttermilk (180 ml)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (120 g)
- ½ Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (7 g)
How to Make Cheddar Biscuits
Step 1: Preheat and Prep Dry Ingredients
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, ground rosemary, garlic powder, sea salt, and cayenne pepper.
Step 2: Incorporate Butter
Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the frozen butter into the flour mixture until it resembles pea-sized crumbs. For an even easier method, freeze the butter for 15 minutes and then grate it using the large holes of a box grater before mixing it into the flour. This ensures flaky layers in the biscuits.
Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients and Cheese
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour in the milk (or buttermilk), shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped parsley. Gently fold the ingredients together until a soft dough forms, being careful not to overmix.
Step 4: Shape and Cut the Biscuits
Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1 inch (2.5 cm). Using a 3-inch (7.5 cm) cookie cutter, cut the dough into circles. Gather and reroll any scraps as needed. Place the biscuit rounds onto a baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
Step 5: Bake to Golden Perfection
Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden brown. Remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. This recipe makes approximately 8 biscuits.
These flaky cheddar biscuits are a testament to the magic of homemade baking. With their cheesy, buttery flavor and hint of herbs and spice, they’re far better than anything you’d find in a restaurant. Serve them alongside a hearty soup, your favorite breakfast dishes, or enjoy them as a snack. Make them once, and you’ll want to whip up a batch every time you’re in the mood for something warm, savory, and satisfying. Don’t forget to share—if you can!
