Cheddar Bay Biscuits (Red Lobster Copycat)
These Cheddar Bay Biscuits are a delicious copycat recipe of Red Lobster's famous cheesy, buttery, and slightly garlicky biscuits. With a crispy exterior and soft, flaky interior, these homemade biscuits make the perfect complement to seafood dishes, soups, or any meal. This quick and easy recipe can be whipped up in under 20 minutes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 biscuits
- Category: Side Dish, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Biscuits:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp sugar (optional)
1 tsp kosher salt
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
3/4 cup buttermilk (or whole milk)
1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
For the Biscuit Topping:
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
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Prep the oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Butter preparation: Cut the butter into small pieces and freeze until ready to use.
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Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, onion powder, sugar (optional), salt, and baking powder.
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Cut in the butter: Using a pastry cutter, cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Add liquids and cheese: Stir in the buttermilk, mixing just until combined. Add shredded cheddar and incorporate using your hands.
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Form biscuits and bake: Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, forming 8 biscuits. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
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Prepare topping: In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic powder, and parsley. Brush over warm biscuits.
Notes
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Cheese variations: Try using mozzarella or pepper jack for a different cheese flavor.
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Storage/Reheating: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
