Description
These Cheddar-Chive Drop Biscuits are irresistibly tender, buttery, and cheesy. Forget the hassle of rolling and cutting dough—just drop dollops of dough onto a baking sheet and bake until golden. Perfectly soft and flavorful, they make an easy and comforting side to any meal, best enjoyed warm right out of the oven.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups (283g) all-purpose flour (scoop and level to measure)
- 2 tsp granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Wet and Fat Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and diced into small cubes
- 1 cup (4 oz) Cache Valley Creamery Shredded Triple Cheddar Cheese
- 3 Tbsp chopped fresh chives
- 1 cup (235ml) buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed 18 by 13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside for later.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Cut in Butter: Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or a long-pronged fork, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse meal with pea-sized bits of butter throughout.
- Add Cheese and Chives: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh chives, tossing to distribute them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Incorporate Buttermilk: Pour the buttermilk into the mixture and toss gently until the dough just comes together. If needed, sprinkle 1 to 2 tablespoons more buttermilk and continue tossing, as the dough might seem dry at first but will form a soft dough.
- Portion Dough: Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop lightly heaping portions of dough. Run a butter knife around the sides of the dough inside the cup to loosen it, then shake the dough gently onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Space 12 biscuits evenly apart.
- Bake Biscuits: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 12 to 15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits have risen nicely.
- Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and serve the biscuits warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- If the dough seems a bit dry initially, sprinkle an additional 1 to 2 tablespoons of buttermilk and toss gently until it comes together.
- Use cold butter to ensure tender biscuits with flaky texture.
- For sharper flavor, feel free to increase the amount of cheddar cheese or fresh chives.
- Serve these biscuits immediately while warm to enjoy their best texture and flavor.
