Craving something cheesy, warm, and super easy to make? Looking for the ultimate southern comfort food? Look no further than these delicious Drop Cheddar Biscuits! Whether you're in need of a quick side dish, a savory snack, or a buttery addition to your dinner table, this simple recipe has you covered. Made with sharp cheddar and no rolling or cutting required, these biscuits are ready in minutes and packed with flavor.
These savory biscuits are a great fall recipe to accompany a nice hearty soup, especially as we get closer to Thanksgiving! Perfect for busy weeknights, holiday dinners, or any time you want a little comfort food, these Drop Cheddar Biscuits will quickly become a household favorite!
1-2 tablespoon butter or oil for greasing your cast iron skillet
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon garlic powder to taste
1 tablespoon onion powder to taste
1 teaspoon cayenne optional
1 tablespoon garlic salt to taste
1 tablespoon baking powder
4 tablespoon butter salted or unsalted will work - depends on your palette!
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup buttermilk
Butter Sauce
2 tablespoon salted butter melted
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon parsley
Directions
Drop Cheddar Biscuits
Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Grease your cast iron skillet with some butter or oil (whichever you prefer).
Grab your large mixing bowl and combine your dry ingredients and 4 tablespoon of butter. Using your hands, work the butter into the dry mixture. Gently press the butter into the dry mixture and work it together.
Throw in your shredded cheese and mix into your mixture with your hands once again. Then pour in your buttermilk and using your spoon, mix and combine the buttermilk into the rest of the ingredients. If the dough looks sticky, that's a good sign!
Scoop a heaping spoonful of the biscuit dough with your spoon and blop into your greased cast iron skillet. Depending on the size of your skillet, you should be able to make 6-8 biscuits per bake.
Place the biscuits in the oven for around 10 minutes, until the tops are nice and golden brown.
Butter Sauce
While your biscuits are baking, grab your small mixing bowl and fork. Add in butter sauce ingredients and whisk together with your spoon. When the biscuits are done, drizzle the butter sauce over the top of the biscuits and serve!
Recipe Note
Equipment
1 Large Cast Iron Skillet
1 Large Mixing Bowl
1 Spoon
1 Small Mixing Bowl
1 fork
Storage
At Room Temperature:
Cool Completely: Allow the biscuits to cool fully before storing to avoid sogginess.
Storage: Place the biscuits in an airtight container or wrap them tightly in aluminum foil or plastic wrap.
Shelf Life: They can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Refrigeration:
Longer Storage: If you need to store the biscuits longer, refrigerate them in an airtight container or wrapped tightly.
Shelf Life: They can be refrigerated for up to 1 week.Freezing:Freeze for Later: To freeze the biscuits, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid (about 1-2 hours). Then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container.Freezer Life: Frozen cheddar biscuits can last up to 3 months.Thawing: Thaw them at room temperature or in the fridge before reheating.
Reheating:
Microwave: For a quicker option, microwave the biscuits for about 15-20 seconds, though they may not be as crispy.Oven: Reheat biscuits in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or until warm and crispy.
FAQ
Can these be made gluten free?
Yes! Use gluten free flour instead of regular all purpose. Ratio should be 1:1.
Can these be made dairy free?
Yes! Replace dairy ingredients with plant based or dairy free alternatives.
Welcome ya'll! You're part of the family now. I'm Hannah Taylor aka “LilyLouTay” and I'm so happy you're here! Based in Georgia, I love throwing in some southern charm and wholesome personality into my cooking. I believe in measuring with my heart so my recipes are always customizable; cook how your heart is telling you today.
