Description
These homemade cheddar biscuits are flaky, cheesy, and perfect for breakfast or as a side with your favorite meal. Made with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, cold butter, sharp cheddar cheese, and milk, they come together quickly and bake to a golden, tender perfection.
Ingredients
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For the Biscuits:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the 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, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to distribute the leavening agent and seasoning evenly throughout the dough.
- Cut in Butter: Add the cubed cold butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. This helps create the biscuit’s flaky texture.
- Add Cheese: Stir the shredded cheddar cheese into the crumbly mixture, making sure it’s evenly incorporated for bursts of cheesy flavor in every biscuit.
- Add Milk: Gradually pour in the milk and gently mix until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing to keep the biscuits tender and flaky.
- Shape and Bake: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a rough circle. Use a biscuit cutter or knife to cut the dough into 6 to 8 portions. Transfer the pieces to a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Enjoy the biscuits warm straight from the oven for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use cold butter for the best flaky texture.
- Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough biscuits.
- You can substitute milk with buttermilk for a tangier flavor.
- These biscuits are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven to maintain crispiness.
