Australian Busters
These savory cheese biscuits are crisp, buttery, and packed with sharp cheddar flavor. Australian Busters make the perfect snack or side for soups and salads. With a touch of cayenne, they carry just the right hint of heat.
Ingredients
- butter (diced)
- all-purpose flour
- salt
- shredded cheddar cheese (loosely packed)
- to 7 tablespoons water
- cayenne pepper
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with nonstick spray.
- 2
In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the diced butter and rub it into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- 3
Add shredded cheddar cheese and mix with your fingers until evenly incorporated.
- 4
Stir in the water and cayenne pepper using a fork until a dough forms.
- 5
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness. Cut into 3-inch rounds using a cutter or glass.
- 6
Re-roll the scraps and repeat. Prick each biscuit about 10 times with a fork to prevent puffing.
- 7
Arrange the biscuits on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 8
Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.