Description
Cheesy Biscuit Delights offer a perfect blend of crispy and cheesy texture that makes them an ideal snack for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for something unique to add to your meal, these biscuits with their buttery, savory flavors cater to all ages. This recipe provides a straightforward way to bake these delightful treats at home using simple, readily available ingredients.
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons butter, cut into 1/4-inch dice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, loosely packed
- 6 to 7 tablespoons water
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Step-by-step Directions
1. Preparing the Oven and Baking Sheet
Preheat the oven to 450F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
2. Mixing Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, mix the flour and salt together. Add the diced butter to the bowl. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture turns into fine particles.
3. Adding Cheese
Integrate the shredded cheddar cheese into the flour and butter mixture, blending thoroughly with your fingers to ensure even distribution.
4. Forming the Dough
Gradually add 6 to 7 tablespoons of water to the bowl, and sprinkle the cayenne pepper over it. Mix the contents with a fork until a cohesive dough forms.
5. Rolling and Cutting the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it out to a thickness of about 1/4-inch. Utilize a cookie cutter to cut out 3-inch rounds. Gather and re-roll the scraps to cut out more biscuits.
6. Baking
Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and prick each one with a fork about 10 times. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
7. Cooling
After baking, remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Servings & Preparation Time
This recipe yields approximately 20 biscuits. The total preparation time, including baking, is around 35 minutes.
Tips for Storage & Reheating
- Storage: Store the biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Reheating: Reheat them in a toaster oven or microwave briefly to restore their warmth and crispness. In the oven, reheat at 300F for 5-10 minutes.
Conclusion
Cheesy Biscuit Delights are not only easy to make but are sure to be a hit with their irresistible taste and perfect texture. The recipe’s simplicity coupled with common ingredients enhances its appeal, making it a go-to choice for satisfying those savory cravings or impressing guests at your next gathering.
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Cheesy Biscuit Delights
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: approximately 20 biscuits 1x
Description
Cheesy Biscuit Delights offer a perfect blend of crispy and cheesy texture that makes them an ideal snack for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for something unique to add to your meal, these biscuits with their buttery, savory flavors cater to all ages. This recipe provides a straightforward way to bake these delightful treats at home using simple, readily available ingredients.
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons butter, cut into 1/4-inch dice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3–1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, loosely packed
- 6 to 7 tablespoons water
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preparing the Oven and Baking Sheet Preheat the oven to 450F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mixing Dry Ingredients In a medium bowl, mix the flour and salt together. Add the diced butter to the bowl. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture turns into fine particles.
- Adding Cheese Integrate the shredded cheddar cheese into the flour and butter mixture, blending thoroughly with your fingers to ensure even distribution.
- Forming the Dough Gradually add 6 to 7 tablespoons of water to the bowl, and sprinkle the cayenne pepper over it. Mix the contents with a fork until a cohesive dough forms.
- Rolling and Cutting the Dough Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it out to a thickness of about 1/4-inch. Utilize a cookie cutter to cut out 3-inch rounds. Gather and re-roll the scraps to cut out more biscuits.
- Baking Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and prick each one with a fork about 10 times. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
- Cooling After baking, remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.