Description
Cheddar chive biscuits are small, leavened bread rolls that are enriched with the distinct flavors of cheddar cheese and fresh chives. The inclusion of cheddar cheese imparts a rich, savory, and slightly tangy flavor that is simply irresistible. As it bakes, the cheese melts slightly, creating pockets of gooey goodness within the biscuit’s crumb. The addition of fresh chives, with their delicate onion-like taste, provides a bright, herbaceous counterpoint to the richness of the cheese, adding a layer of freshness and complexity.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp sugar
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ½ cup cold butter, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 tbsp fresh chives, minced
- 1 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and chives until evenly distributed.
- Pour in buttermilk and mix just until moistened.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently 8-10 times.
- Pat or roll dough to ¾-inch thickness and cut with a 2 ½-inch biscuit cutter.
- Place biscuits 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy these buttery, cheesy biscuits!
Notes
For extra flaky biscuits, make sure your butter and buttermilk are very cold! Don’t overwork the dough for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Snack, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cheddar Chive Biscuits