Description
Soft, flaky cheddar chive biscuits made with simple pantry ingredients. These buttery biscuits are packed with melty cheese and fresh chives, perfect as a quick side or savory snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 3/4 cup milk or buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped chives.
- Add the milk or buttermilk and gently mix just until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a rectangle.
- Fold the dough over itself once or twice, then pat it to about 1-inch thickness.
- Cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown and risen.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Handle the dough gently to keep the biscuits tender.Cold butter is key for flaky layers.Brush with melted butter after baking for extra richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
