Description
Cornmeal Cheddar Biscuits with Chives are a savory twist on the classic biscuit. Cornmeal is the star ingredient, providing a hearty, textured base that pairs beautifully with the sharpness of cheddar cheese and the freshness of chives. The biscuits are light, fluffy, and golden on the outside, while remaining soft and crumbly on the inside. They’re versatile enough to serve at breakfast, alongside a hot bowl of chili, or as an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal (not cornmeal mix)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper (optional)
- 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped (or 2 tsp dried chives)
- ¾ cup cold buttermilk (plus 1–2 tbsp extra if needed
Instructions
1. Prep the Oven & Pan
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a cast iron skillet.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together:
- Flour
- Cornmeal
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Black pepper (if using)
3. Cut in Butter
- Add cold butter cubes to dry mix.
- Use a pastry cutter or fingertips to work butter into the flour until pea-sized crumbs form.
- The mixture should look crumbly with visible butter bits.
4. Add Cheese & Chives
- Stir in shredded cheddar and chopped chives until evenly distributed.
5. Add Buttermilk
- Pour in cold buttermilk and stir gently until a shaggy dough forms.
- If dough feels dry, add 1 tbsp more buttermilk at a time.
6. Shape Biscuits
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface.
- Pat into a ¾-inch thick rectangle.
- Use a 2-inch biscuit cutter to cut rounds. Re-roll scraps once if needed.
7. Bake
- Arrange biscuits on prepared pan, spaced 1–2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Optional: Brush tops with melted butter while warm.
Notes
These savory biscuits are golden, flaky, and packed with cheesy flavor and fresh chives. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side with soups and stews. Serve warm with butter, honey, or a dollop of cream cheese for an extra indulgent touch
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread / Savory
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: Moderate
Keywords: Cornmeal Biscuits, Cheddar Chive Biscuits, Savory Cornmeal Biscuits, Cheddar Biscuits with Chives, Cornmeal Biscuit Recipe