There’s something magical about a fresh batch of warm, fluffy biscuits—especially when they’re bursting with sharp cheddar and fragrant herbs. If you’re anything like me, biscuits are a must-have for any meal, whether they’re served as a side to soup or just eaten on their own with a pat of butter. These Fluffy Cheddar and Herb Biscuits will elevate your biscuit game to a whole new level. Trust me, you’ll be fighting over the last one!
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Why You’ll Love Fluffy Cheddar and Herb Biscuits
These biscuits are a crowd-pleaser, and here’s why:
Perfectly Fluffy: Every bite of these biscuits is light and airy with that perfect soft, tender texture you want in a homemade biscuit. No dense, hard bites here—just pure, fluffy goodness.
Cheddar and Herb Goodness: The combination of sharp cheddar and fresh herbs adds a savory, comforting flavor that’ll have you coming back for more. Whether you’re a cheese lover or a herb enthusiast (or both!), these biscuits are a dream.
Quick and Easy: You don’t need a lot of time or effort to make these biscuits. With just a few simple steps, you’ll have fresh, warm biscuits on your table in under 30 minutes. Perfect for when you need a quick snack or an easy side dish.
Versatile: These biscuits are great with just about anything. Serve them with your favorite soups, stews, salads, or even enjoy them on their own as a snack. The flavors are mild enough to complement any dish.
Ingredients
Ready to make these delicious, cheesy, herby biscuits? Here’s everything you’ll need:
- All-Purpose Flour: The base of the biscuits, helping create that perfect fluffy texture.
- Baking Powder: To give your biscuits that light, airy rise.
- Cold Butter: The secret to flaky, tender biscuits. Cold butter is key to getting that desirable biscuit texture.
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese: For that sharp, cheesy flavor that pairs so wonderfully with the herbs.
- Fresh Herbs (like parsley, chives, or thyme): These herbs bring a fresh, fragrant kick to the biscuits, making them feel extra special.
- Milk: Helps bring the dough together and creates that tender texture.
- Salt and Pepper: To season the dough and balance the flavors.
(Note: The full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card directly below.)
Instructions
Ready to make these easy, cheesy biscuits? Here’s how you do it:
Preheat Your Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). You want your biscuits to bake at a high temperature to get that golden, crispy exterior and soft, fluffy interior.
Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. This helps evenly distribute the baking powder and seasoning, ensuring every biscuit is perfect.
Cut in the Butter: Using a pastry cutter or your hands, work the cold butter into the flour mixture. You want the butter to form small, pea-sized pieces. This step is crucial for getting those flaky layers we all love in a good biscuit.
Add the Cheese and Herbs: Stir in the sharp cheddar cheese and your choice of fresh herbs. This adds all that savory flavor right into the biscuit dough. Be generous with the herbs—they make the biscuits so aromatic!
Add the Milk: Pour in the milk and gently stir until the dough just comes together. Don’t overmix, or the biscuits may become tough. The dough should be a bit shaggy and sticky.
Shape the Biscuits: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it just a couple of times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a rough rectangle about 1-inch thick. Using a biscuit cutter or a glass, cut out the biscuits, placing them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the Biscuits: Pop the biscuits into the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until they’re golden brown on top. You’ll know they’re done when they smell irresistible and have a nice golden color.
Serve and Enjoy: Let the biscuits cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm with a pat of butter, jam, or any dish you’re pairing them with. Trust me, they’re worth the wait!
Nutrition Facts
Servings: 12
Calories per serving: 180
Carbs per serving: 22g
Protein per serving: 5g
Preparation Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
How to Serve Fluffy Cheddar and Herb Biscuits
These biscuits are incredibly versatile and pair well with just about anything! Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- With Soup: Serve these biscuits alongside your favorite soup or stew. They’re perfect for dipping!
- As a Side Dish: These biscuits make a wonderful side dish for dinner. Pair them with roasted chicken, a hearty salad, or a vegetable stir-fry.
- For Breakfast: Top one of these biscuits with eggs, avocado, and some crispy bacon for a savory breakfast treat.
- With Butter and Jam: If you’re in the mood for something simple, just spread a little butter or jam on these biscuits for a quick snack.
Additional Tips
Here are a few extra tips to make sure your biscuits turn out perfectly every time:
- Chill the Dough: If you have time, refrigerate the dough for about 15 minutes before baking. This helps ensure the butter stays cold and makes for even flakier biscuits.
- Use Cold Ingredients: The colder your butter and milk, the better the biscuits. Cold ingredients help keep the dough from getting too soft and keep the biscuits nice and flaky.
- Try Different Cheeses: While sharp cheddar is the star in this recipe, feel free to experiment with other cheeses like Gouda, Gruyère, or even a blend of your favorites for different flavor combinations.
- Add Garlic: If you love garlic, try adding a little garlic powder to the dough or brushing the biscuits with garlic butter after baking for extra flavor.
FAQ Section
Q1: Can I make these biscuits ahead of time?
A1: Yes! You can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 2 hours before baking. If you’d like to freeze the biscuits, you can freeze them after shaping and bake them directly from frozen (just add a few extra minutes to the baking time).
Q2: Can I use frozen shredded cheese?
A2: Absolutely! Frozen cheese works just fine in this recipe. It may even help keep the dough cool during mixing, which can result in even flakier biscuits.
Q3: How do I store leftovers?
A3: Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. They also freeze well for up to 3 months—just reheat in the oven when ready to enjoy!
Q4: Can I make these gluten-free?
A4: Yes, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Just make sure to use a flour that’s suitable for baking biscuits.
Q5: How can I make these biscuits more flavorful?
A5: Feel free to add other herbs like rosemary, thyme, or basil for extra flavor. A pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika can also give them a nice kick.
Q6: Can I make these biscuits dairy-free?
A6: Yes, you can use dairy-free butter and a dairy-free cheese substitute to make these biscuits dairy-free. They’ll still be delicious!
Q7: How do I know when the biscuits are done?
A7: The biscuits should be golden brown on top and bottom. You can also check by gently tapping the top of a biscuit—it should sound hollow when done.
Q8: Can I add bacon to these biscuits?
A8: Absolutely! Adding crumbled cooked bacon to the dough would make these biscuits even more savory and delicious.
Q9: How do I reheat leftover biscuits?
A9: Reheat your biscuits in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes, or until they’re warm and soft again.
Q10: Can I double the recipe?
A10: Yes! Feel free to double the ingredients if you’re feeding a crowd. You may need to bake them in batches, but the process remains the same.
Conclusion
Fluffy Cheddar and Herb Biscuits are a must-try for anyone who loves cheesy, savory comfort food. Whether you’re serving them alongside dinner, enjoying them at breakfast, or just snacking on them with butter, these biscuits are sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen. Light, fluffy, and bursting with flavor—what’s not to love? Enjoy!
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Fluffy Cheddar and Herb Biscuits
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 biscuits 1x
- Category: Biscuits, Breakfast, Brunch, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These homemade cheddar biscuits are a delicious and easy alternative to Red Lobster’s cheddar bay biscuits. Perfect for brunch or dinner, they bake in just about 20 minutes and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser with their cheesy, garlicky goodness! #HomemadeBiscuits #CheddarBiscuits #QuickBiscuits #BrunchRecipes #CheeseLovers #EasyDinner #BiscuitRecipe #CheddarBayBiscuits
Ingredients
- For the Biscuits:
- 2 1/2 cups (313g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled), plus more as needed
- 1 tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cubed and very cold
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons (270ml) cold buttermilk, divided
- 2 teaspoons (14g) honey
- 1 cup (125g) shredded cheddar cheese
- For the Topping:
- 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried or fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
- Prepare the Biscuit Dough: In a large bowl (or food processor), combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, garlic powder, and salt. Whisk or pulse to combine. Add cubed butter and cut in using a pastry cutter or pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. If using a processor, transfer mixture to a large bowl. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Make a well in the center of the dry mixture. Pour in 1 cup of buttermilk and drizzle honey on top. Fold until a shaggy dough forms.
- Bring Dough Together: Transfer to a floured surface and gently bring together with floured hands. Flatten into a ¾-inch rectangle. Fold one side to center, then the other side over it. Rotate dough and repeat folding 2–3 times to build layers. Flatten to ¾-inch thick after final fold.
- Cut the Biscuits: Use a 2.5–3 inch biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits, being careful not to twist the cutter. Re-roll scraps to cut additional biscuits. You should get 8–10 biscuits total.
- Arrange and Bake: Place biscuits in a 10-inch cast iron skillet or on a parchment-lined baking sheet so they’re touching. Brush tops with remaining buttermilk. Bake 18–22 minutes or until golden brown.
- Make the Topping: While biscuits bake, mix melted butter with garlic powder and parsley.
- Finish and Serve: Remove biscuits from oven and brush generously with topping. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra cheesy biscuits, add up to 1½ cups cheddar.
- You can freeze unbaked biscuits for future baking—just add 2–3 minutes to the bake time.
- Don’t twist the biscuit cutter—it can prevent full rising.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit (out of 8–10)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg