Description
These Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits are a deliciously cheesy and garlicky treat, perfect as a side or snack. Soft, buttery, and bursting with cheddar cheese, these biscuits are inspired by the famous restaurant favorite and can be easily made at home using simple ingredients and a food processor.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder (divided)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Wet Ingredients
- 10 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed (divided: 6 tbsp for dough, 4 tbsp for topping)
- 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cold whole milk
Additional
- Non-stick cooking spray (optional, for baking sheet)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, Silpat, or lightly coat with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Make the Dough: In a food processor, combine the flour and 6 tablespoons of cold cubed butter. Pulse about 20 times until the mixture forms pea-sized crumbles. Add baking powder, baking soda, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Pulse 5 more times to combine. Add the grated cheddar cheese and pulse an additional 5 times. Finally, add the cold milk and pulse a few times just until the dough comes together, avoiding overmixing as the dough will be wet.
- Divide and Shape the Biscuits: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide it evenly into 10 portions (about 1/4 cup each). Place the dough portions spaced about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the Biscuits: Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare the Seasoned Butter Topping: While the biscuits bake, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in a microwave-safe bowl or over medium-low heat in a saucepan. Stir in dried parsley, onion powder, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder until well combined.
- Brush Biscuits with Butter: Remove the hot biscuits from the oven and immediately spoon or brush the seasoned butter mixture generously over each biscuit to enhance flavor and moisture.
- Serve: Serve the biscuits warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to keep biscuits tender and flaky.
- Use cold butter and cold milk to ensure proper texture.
- For a sharper cheese flavor, use aged sharp cheddar.
- These biscuits are best served warm but can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes.
- To freeze, bake biscuits fully, cool, then freeze in an airtight container; reheat in the oven to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 254
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
