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Crispy Cheddar Bay Biscuits Copycat Recipe

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These Crispy Cheddar Bay Biscuits feature a golden, crispy exterior with a tender, cheesy interior, perfect for family dinners, snacks, or holiday sides. The recipe balances sharp cheddar, garlic, and buttery flavors for a nostalgic comfort food experience.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup (100g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ¾ cup (180ml) cold buttermilk (or ¾ cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice, let sit 5 minutes)
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 tablespoons (45g) melted butter for brushing
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (for garlic butter)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garlic butter)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and garlic powder.
  3. Cut in cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  4. Fold in shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly.
  5. Pour in cold buttermilk and gently stir just until dough comes together; do not overmix.
  6. Drop dough in 8 equal mounds onto the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Optionally, pat each mound into a rough circle with wet fingers.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and edges are crispy.
  8. While baking, melt butter and stir in garlic powder and chopped parsley to make garlic butter.
  9. Brush biscuits generously with garlic butter immediately after baking. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Keep butter cold until mixing to ensure flaky layers. Do not overmix dough to avoid tough biscuits. Use fresh baking powder and baking soda for best rise. Brush biscuits with garlic butter immediately after baking for maximum flavor and shine. Dough can be refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking. Freeze unbaked dough balls for later use, baking from frozen with added time.

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