Gruyere Herb Slab Biscuits
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Gruyere Herb Slab Biscuits
Description
Gruyere Herb Slab Biscuits combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and cold butter to form a flaky biscuit base. Freshly grated gruyere cheese and chopped herbs such as rosemary or thyme add depth and savory character. The wet ingredients, buttermilk and sour cream, are whisked together and mixed into the dry components until just combined, preserving a tender texture.
Pressed into a buttered baking dish and scored before baking, the dough puffs and browns to a golden crust. The cheese melts through the biscuits, imparting rich flavor and a slightly creamy element, while fresh herbs provide bright, aromatic notes. The biscuits' texture is moist but structured, suitable for slicing and serving.
These slab biscuits are versatile on any table. They complement hearty stews and salads or can be served for breakfast with butter. Allowing the biscuits to cool thoroughly before cutting helps maintain clean edges and prevents crumbling.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter melted, for brushing
- 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ cup butter cut into small pieces, cold unsalted
- 8 oz gruyere cheese freshly grated
- ½ cup rosemary thyme, chives, parsley, sage, chopped fresh herbs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with the melted butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. Add in the butter and use a fork or pastry blender to work it into the flour, dispersing the small pieces throughout the mixture. Add in the grated cheese and fresh herbs.
- Whisk together the buttermilk and sour cream. Pour it into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Press the mixture into the buttered baking dish. Use a knife to score the dough - basically pre-cutting the biscuits to make them easier to cute when finished.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden and puffed. Let cool completely before cutting and serving.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly grated gruyere cheese to ensure even melting.
- Press the dough firmly into the baking dish and score well before baking to facilitate easy cutting after baking.
- Let the biscuits cool completely before slicing to maintain their shape.
- You can substitute fresh herbs according to your preference but keep the quantity similar for balanced flavor.
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