Apple Cheddar Biscuits
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5
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Servings
8 large biscuits
Apple Cheddar Biscuits
Description
The Apple Cheddar Biscuits recipe merges crisp apple pieces with sharp white cheddar and fresh scallions, yielding a biscuit with a soft crumb and occasional melty cheese pockets. Cold butter is incorporated into the flour mixture until coarse, giving the biscuits tender flakiness. Buttermilk brings moisture and subtle tang, helping the dough come together before baking at a high temperature to create a golden crust. Extra cheddar sprinkled on top adds a flavorful, lightly crisp finish.
The mild sweetness of the apple contrasts with the cheddar's sharpness, while scallions add a fresh note. These biscuits can be served alongside hearty meals or enjoyed warmed for breakfast or snacks. The combination of ingredients provides both texture and layered flavor in every bite.
Leftover biscuits store well at room temperature covered for a few days and can be reheated gently to soften. The recipe’s simplicity and quality ingredients make it a dependable choice when a flavorful, warm bread option is desired.
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 3/4 stick, cold, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; plus more for greasing the pan
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon sea salt fine grain
- 1 apple firm, tart (such as Granny Smith), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 7 oz cheddar cheese Kerrygold Aged Cheddar with Irish Whiskey, coarsely grated
- 2 scallion chopped finely; or 2 tablespoons sliced chive
- 2 1/2 tablespoons chives thinly sliced; or chopped scallions
- 1 cup buttermilk 2 tablespoons, well-shaken
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F and set an oven rack to the middle position. Grease a baking sheet with butter and set aside.
- Add flour, baking powder, sugar, baking soda and sea salt to a large bowl, whisking to combine. Add the butter to the bowl, and, using your fingers, work the butter into the dry ingredients until it resembles coarse meal. Stir in the apple, most of the aged cheddar (reserve 1/2 cup), scallions an chives. Add the buttermilk and stir until just combined.
- Using a large spoon, drop the dough in 8 equal mounds onto the prepared baking sheet. Evenly sprinkle the top of each mound with reserved cheddar. Bake until golden and cooked through (18 - 20 minutes). Let cool for just a moment before enjoying. Store any leftover biscuits covered at room temperature for up to several days.
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Overall Rating
5
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