Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
– 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
– ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
– ¾ cup buttermilk
– Optional: 1 tablespoon melted butter for brushing on top after baking
Instructions
Creating Cheddar Biscuits with Chives is straightforward. Just follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cut in Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add Cheese and Chives: Stir in the grated cheddar cheese and chopped chives until evenly distributed.
5. Add Buttermilk: Make a well in the center and pour in the buttermilk. Gently fold until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
6. Shape the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Gently pat it into a rectangle about 1-inch thick.
7. Cut Biscuits: Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out rounds from the dough. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
9. Brush with Butter: (Optional) After baking, brush the tops with melted butter for added flavor and shine.
10. Serve Warm: Enjoy the biscuits warm from the oven!
These straightforward steps will guide you in crafting perfect Cheddar Biscuits with Chives that are sure to delight everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 biscuits
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 6g