Cheddar Bay Biscuits

These homemade Cheddar Bay Biscuits are buttery, cheesy, and garlicky, just like your favorite restaurant version, but even better fresh from your own oven! They're simple to make and perfect for any meal.

Yield: 12 biscuits
Prep Time: about 15 minutes
Cook Time: about 10-12 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• 1 tbsp sugar

• 2½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp kosher salt

• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper, optional

• 1 cup buttermilk

• ½ cup + 3 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted, divided

• 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

• ½ tsp garlic powder

Directions

1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper, if using.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients and Cheese: Pour the buttermilk and ½ cup melted butter into the dry ingredients. Stir just until they are combined. Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese.

4. Scoop and Bake: Drop approximately ¼-cup portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown.

5. Prepare Garlic Butter Topping: While the biscuits are baking, melt the 3 tablespoons of butter for the topping. Stir in the fresh parsley and ½ teaspoon of garlic powder.

6. Brush and Serve: As soon as the biscuits come out of the oven, brush them generously with the garlic butter topping. Serve warm and enjoy!