Red Lobster Copycat Cheesy Cheddar Bay Biscuits
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Red Lobster Copycat Cheesy Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Description
The biscuit dough combines all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, paprika, optional turmeric, and a bit of sugar for subtle sweetness. Cold unsalted butter is cut or grated into the flour mixture, then cheddar cheese is incorporated. Buttermilk is poured in gradually while mixing lightly to form a slightly dry dough. Kneading is minimal to keep biscuits tender.
The dough is rolled out and flattened to about one inch thickness, then cut into biscuits or formed into lumps for drop biscuits. Baking at 425°F quickly produces biscuits with a golden crust. After baking, a melted butter mixture with garlic powder and parsley is brushed over to replicate the distinctive Cheddar Bay biscuit flavor and appearance.
The optional turmeric brightens the biscuit color naturally. These biscuits are ideal for accompanying seafood dishes or as savory breads at any meal. The inclusion of cheddar cheese infuses them with cheesy depth and moistness that contrasts nicely with the flaky texture.
The recipe includes a note on moderating kneading to prevent toughness and suggests using fresh or dried parsley for garnish. This method produces biscuits resembling a restaurant classic with homemade ease.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 TBSP baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp paprika or cayenne pepper
- ⅛ tsp Turmeric (optional)
- ½ tsp sugar
- ¼ cup butter cold unsalted
- 1 cup buttermilk lowfat or regular, cold
- 1 cup cheddar cheese coarsely grated
- 2 TBSP butter melted
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1/8-1/4 tsp parsley dried or fresh chopped, to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, paprika, turmeric, and sugar.
- Cut cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter. Alternatively you can use a box grater to grate the cold butter it into the flour mixture.
- Next add cheese then slowly pour buttermilk into the flour mixture while gently mixing with a fork.
- Once all the milk has been added the dough will be a bit dry.
- Begin to knead a few times to evenly distribute the moisture and, if still seriously dry after kneading, feel free to add an extra tablespoon of milk to the bowl. I typically knead my dough for about 8-10 strokes and stop manhandling it. Over kneading will toughen the dough.
- Sprinkle flour on a rolling pin and roll out your dough onto a lightly floured surface and flatten until about 1 inch thick. You can also make these drop biscuit style by scooping out 6-7 lumps of dough vs. rolling and cutting. Both methods work great!
- If you rolled your dough, use a biscuit cutter to cut out approximately 6 or 7 biscuits from the dough.
- Lay each tasty biscuit flat, spaced, on an ungreased non-stick baking pan and bake for 12-15 minutes at 425°F. Mine are almost always done around the 12-13 min mark when the edges just barely turn golden. Times will depend on whether you make 6 or 7 biscuits.
- While biscuits bake, combine melted butter with garlic powder, salt, and parsley. Brush over hot-from-the-oven biscuits and enjoy!
Notes
- Adding turmeric is optional but enhances the biscuits' golden color naturally and adds subtle health benefits.
- Use cold butter grated into the flour mixture to achieve flaky biscuit texture.
- Do not over-knead the dough; about 8–10 light strokes prevents toughness.
- Biscuits can be rolled and cut or dropped by scoops onto the baking sheet; both yield good results.
- Brush melted butter with garlic powder and parsley on warm biscuits for authentic flavor and sheen.
- Nutritional information is estimated and may vary based on ingredient brands and quantities.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 350 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 350kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 52mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 390mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 325mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 602IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 277mg | 28% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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