Garlic Cheese Drop Biscuits
Ingredients
- 4 tbspunsalted butter
melted
- 1 call-purpose flour
- 1 tbspgranulated sugar
- 1 tspbaking powder
- ¼ tspbaking soda
- ½ tspsalt
- ¼ tspgarlic powder
- ½ cbuttermilk
- ½ csharp shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbspsalted butter
- ⅛ tspgarlic powder
- ¼ tspdried parsley
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 450F (230C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- 2
Melt your butter and set it aside so it can begin to cool.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and garlic powder.
- 4
In a separate bowl (or in a large measuring cup) whisk slightly cooled butter into buttermilk (it’s OK if the butter begins to re-solidify or the mixture looks curdled).
- 5
Pour buttermilk mixture into flour mixture and stir until just-combined.
- 6
Use a spoon or spatula to gently stir cheese into batter until incorporated.
- 7
Using a pair of spoons, drop batter by heaping spoonfuls (about 3 Tbsp in size) onto prepared baking sheet, spacing at least 2” apart.
- 8
Transfer to 450F oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until light golden brown.
- 9
Meanwhile, prepare topping by whisking together butter, garlic powder, and dried parsley.
- 10
When biscuits are finished baking, brush generously with butter mixture (use a pastry brush, or if you don’t have one simply spoon some of the butter on top of each biscuit).
- 11
Serve warm.
Garlic Cheese Drop Biscuits
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About this Recipe
Effortlessly Delicious Garlic Cheese Drop Biscuits
Looking for an incredibly easy yet utterly satisfying side dish? Our Garlic Cheese Drop Biscuits are here to rescue your mealtime! Forget the fuss of traditional biscuit making – no need for a mixer, rolling pin, or even biscuit cutters. These simple drop biscuits come together in under 25 minutes, making them the ultimate quick and easy addition to any dinner table.
What makes these garlic cheese biscuits so special? It's their irresistible combination of fluffy texture, savory cheddar cheese, and a hint of pungent garlic, all baked to golden perfection. The magic happens with just a few pantry staples and a simple technique that yields perfect biscuits every time. They're wonderfully moist on the inside with a delightful crisp exterior, brushed with an extra garlic-butter glaze that takes them over the top.
Quick Tips for Perfect Drop Biscuits
- Don't Overmix: For tender drop biscuits, mix the dough just until combined. Overmixing can lead to tough biscuits.
- Cheese Choice Matters: While sharp cheddar is fantastic, feel free to experiment with other hard or semi-hard cheeses like Colby, Monterey Jack, or even a blend for a unique flavor. The recipe specifically suggests a "thick shred" for better texture and pockets of melted cheese.
- Buttermilk Substitute: If you don't have buttermilk on hand, you can easily make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to a measuring cup, then filling the rest of the cup with regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
These versatile garlic cheese drop biscuits are more than just a quick bread. They're the ideal companion for a wide variety of meals:
- Soups & Stews: Perfect for dipping into hearty chili, beef stew, or creamy tomato soup.
- Roasted Meats: A delightful counterpoint to roasted chicken, pork loin, or pot roast.
- Breakfast & Brunch: Serve alongside scrambled eggs, bacon, or a breakfast casserole.
- Simple Snack: Enjoy them warm, fresh from the oven, perhaps with a little extra butter.
You'll love how these fluffy, cheesy, and garlicky drop biscuits elevate any meal with minimal effort. They're so good, they might just become your new favorite go-to side dish!