Description
Enjoy the iconic Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits with this easy-to-make recipe. These cheesy, garlicky drop biscuits feature sharp cheddar and a buttery garlic topping, making them the perfect warm side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
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Biscuits
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup cold buttermilk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and divided
Garlic Butter Topping
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, garlic powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly through the dry mixture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Pour in the cold buttermilk and add half of the melted butter to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep the biscuits tender.
- Form Biscuits: Drop the dough by heaping spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, creating about 10 biscuits spaced evenly apart.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Topping: While the biscuits bake, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter with garlic powder and chopped fresh parsley.
- Brush and Serve: Once the biscuits are out of the oven and still warm, brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture for a flavorful finish. Serve immediately.
Notes
- If you don’t have buttermilk, create a quick substitute by mixing ¾ cup milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar, then let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the biscuit dough.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
