Buttermilk Cheddar Biscuits
Buttermilk Cheddar Biscuits are tender, flaky, and packed with sharp cheddar cheese. These savory biscuits are perfect as a side for soups, salads, or breakfast sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 10 biscuits 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (optional)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and chives if using.
- Gradually add cold buttermilk, stirring until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, gently pat it to about 1-inch thickness, and cut into rounds using a biscuit cutter.
- Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Brush tops with melted butter if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Freeze cubed butter for 10 minutes before mixing for extra flaky biscuits.
- Use extra sharp cheddar for bolder flavor.
- Biscuits can be frozen before or after baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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