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Homemade Honey Butter Cheddar Biscuits Recipe

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These Homemade Honey Butter Cheddar Biscuits are a perfect blend of savory cheddar cheese and sweet honey butter. Crisp on the outside and tender inside, they’re ideal for dinner or any meal, featuring a rich buttery flavor with a hint of garlic and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 stick cold salted butter, shredded (about 8 tablespoons)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons honey

Honey Butter Topping

  • 4 tablespoons salted butter, divided
  • 1-2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Fresh chopped basil or parsley, to taste
  • Sea salt, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Skillet: Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Rub a 10-inch cast iron skillet with butter to grease it and ensure the biscuits won’t stick.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute all seasonings.
  3. Cut in Butter and Cheese: Using your hands, work in the shredded cold butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture looks crumbly and resembles coarse crumbs. Then fold in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly.
  4. Add Milk and Honey: Pour the whole milk and 2 teaspoons honey into the bowl. Stir gently until the dough just comes together; avoid overmixing to keep biscuits tender.
  5. Shape the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Pat it into a 1-inch-thick rectangle. Fold one side towards the center, then fold the other side over, like folding a letter. Turn the dough so the folded edge is horizontal. Pat it out into a rectangle again. Repeat the folding and patting process once more, then pat the dough into a 3/4-inch-thick rectangle.
  6. Cut the Biscuits: Using a 3-inch biscuit cutter, cut circles from the dough. Re-roll any leftover dough and continue cutting biscuits until all dough is used. Arrange the biscuits close together in the prepared cast iron skillet.
  7. Brush and Butter: Brush the biscuit tops lightly with milk to help them brown beautifully. Dot the biscuits with 2 tablespoons of the salted butter placed around them in the skillet.
  8. Bake: Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  9. Make Honey Butter: While the biscuits bake, melt 2 tablespoons of salted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in 1-2 teaspoons honey and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Remove from heat and stir in fresh chopped basil or parsley.
  10. Serve: Remove biscuits from oven and serve warm. Brush or drizzle generously with the honey butter and sprinkle with flaky sea salt for an extra touch of flavor.

Notes

  • Use cold butter for the best flaky biscuit texture.
  • For sharper cheddar flavor, use aged sharp cheddar cheese.
  • The folding technique creates layers for flakier biscuits.
  • You can substitute fresh thyme or rosemary for basil or parsley for different herb flavors.
  • Serve these biscuits warm for best taste and texture.

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