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Garlic Cheddar Biscuits Recipe

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These Garlic Cheddar Biscuits are a flavorful and cheesy twist on classic buttermilk biscuits. Perfectly tender with a golden crust, they combine aromatic garlic, sharp cheddar cheese, and a hint of paprika for a deliciously savory bread that pairs wonderfully with any meal or can be enjoyed on its own.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup buttermilk

Other Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold, plus extra for greasing the pan)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 425℉ (220℃). Lightly butter a 10-inch cast iron skillet or a similarly sized baking dish to prevent sticking and set it aside for later use.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika until fully combined and free of clumps. You can also pulse these ingredients a few times in a food processor if preferred.
  3. Incorporate Butter: Grate the cold unsalted butter using the large side of a box grater and toss it into the flour mixture. Alternatively, cut the butter into cubes and cut it into the flour using a pastry cutter or pulse it in a food processor until the butter pieces are about pea-sized. If using a food processor, transfer the mixture back to a large bowl afterward.
  4. Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  5. Add Buttermilk and Form Dough: Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the buttermilk. Gently stir the ingredients together until mostly combined. The dough will be slightly shaggy and sticky at this point. Turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.
  6. Fold Dough: Pat the dough into a large, flat rectangle about 10 to 12 inches wide and ¾ inch thick, using lightly floured hands and surface as needed to prevent sticking. Fold the dough in half, rotate so the folded edge is horizontal, and then gently pat it back into a rectangle. Repeat this folding and patting process a total of five times to create layers, then pat the dough into a final rectangle about ¾ inch thick.
  7. Cut Biscuits: Using a biscuit cutter approximately 2.5 to 3 inches in diameter, cut out biscuits from the dough without twisting the cutter to avoid sealing the edges. Gently reform the scraps to cut additional biscuits until all dough is used, yielding about 7 to 8 biscuits total.
  8. Bake Biscuits: Arrange the biscuits closely together or even touching in the prepared cast iron skillet. This close placement helps achieve a better rise and tender sides. Bake in the preheated oven for 16 to 20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.

Notes

  • Cold butter is essential for flaky biscuits—don’t let it soften before mixing.
  • Folding the dough multiple times develops layers which results in a tender, flaky texture.
  • Do not twist the biscuit cutter when cutting to ensure the biscuits rise properly and have delicate edges.
  • Buttermilk can be substituted with milk plus a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar if unavailable.
  • Serve warm with butter, honey, or as a side to soups, stews, or breakfast dishes.

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