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Small Batch Cheddar Biscuits

These small batch cheddar biscuits are soft, buttery, and filled with sharp Cheddar and fresh parsley. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy recipe makes 4 flavorful biscuits—perfect for a quick side dish or snack.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Bread, Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: biscuits, cheddar bay biscuits, cheddar biscuits, cheese biscuits, red lobster, red lobster cheddar biscuits
Servings: 4 biscuits
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Cheddar Biscuits

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 tablespoons cold salted butter -cut into ¼ inch pieces
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 tablespoons chopped parsley

For the Topping

  • 2 tablespoons salted butter -melted
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

Make the Cheddar Biscuits

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and garlic powder.
  • Add the cold butter and use your fingers or a pastry blender to mix until the texture is like coarse sand.
  • Stir in the milk, then gently fold in the cheese and parsley. Mix just until combined—don’t overmix.
  • Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  • Bake for 10–12 minutes, until golden brown.

Make the Topping

  • While the biscuits bake, stir together melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  • Let biscuits cool for a few minutes, then brush with garlic butter and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use Cold Butter: Cold, diced butter creates steam as it melts, making the biscuits light and tender.
  • Mix Gently: Stir just until combined to avoid tough biscuits.
  • Shred Your Own Cheese: Pre-shredded cheese often contains additives that affect melting.
  • Bake in the Center: Use the middle oven rack for even baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuit | Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 568mg | Potassium: 99mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 379IU | Calcium: 206mg | Iron: 2mg

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