Ingredients:

  • 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, very cold, cut into cubes
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, very cold (or milk with 1 tbsp lemon juice)
  • 1 1/2 cups (170g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, if desired.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (Optionally chill the mixture for 15 minutes in the fridge).
  4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, then gently pour in the cold buttermilk. Mix until just combined – do not overmix! The dough will be shaggy.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet (use an ice cream scoop for even sizes, if you have one).
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
  7. While the biscuits are baking, melt the butter in a small bowl. Stir in the minced garlic, garlic powder, and dried parsley.
  8. As soon as the biscuits come out of the oven, brush them generously with the garlic butter.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy your cheddar cheese biscuits recipe!