Black Pepper Cheddar Bacon Biscuits
Black Pepper Cheddar Bacon Biscuits are flaky, savory biscuits studded with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and fresh parsley, providing a rich, buttery texture and a peppery bite. Baked until golden brown, these biscuits offer a tender crumb with a flavorful crust, making them a satisfying accompaniment to breakfast or any meal.
Ingredients
- 6 lices Bacon diced
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded, extra-sharp
- ¼ cup parsley chopped fresh leaves
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons black pepper freshly ground
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ cup butter frozen, unsalted
- 1 ¾ cups buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat; transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.
- In a large bowl, combine bacon, flour, cheese, parsley, baking powder, pepper, salt, baking soda and garlic powder.
- Grate butter using the large holes of a box grater. Stir into the flour mixture.
- Add buttermilk and stir using a rubber spatula until a soft dough forms.
- Working on a lightly floured surface, knead the dough 3-4 times until it comes together. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough into a 1 1/4-inch thick rectangle. Cut out 14-16 rounds using a 2-inch biscuit or cookie cutter. Place biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet; place in the freezer for 15 minutes.
- Remove biscuits from freezer. Place into oven and bake for 14-17 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm.