Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits Recipe
Enjoy the classic Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. These buttery, cheesy biscuits are loaded with sharp cheddar and a hint of garlic and parsley, baked to golden perfection, and topped with a flavorful garlic-butter glaze. Perfect as a side dish or a savory snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 biscuits 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Topping
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper if using to combine all the dry components evenly.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl or a large glass measuring cup, whisk together the buttermilk and melted butter until smooth. Pour this wet mixture over the dry ingredients and gently stir with a rubber spatula just until moistened. Avoid overmixing to keep biscuits tender. Fold in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese gently into the dough.
- Prepare the Dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently 3 to 4 times until it just comes together. Roll the dough out using a rolling pin into a rectangle about 1 1/4 inches thick. Use a 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter or cookie cutter to cut out 10 to 12 biscuit rounds.
- Bake Biscuits: Place the biscuit rounds on the prepared baking sheet leaving slight space between each. Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until they turn beautifully golden brown.
- Prepare Topping: While the biscuits bake, whisk together the melted butter, chopped fresh parsley, and garlic powder in a small bowl to create the flavorful topping.
- Apply Topping: As soon as the biscuits come out of the oven, brush the tops one at a time with the prepared garlic butter mixture to infuse them with extra flavor and a glossy finish.
- Serve: Serve the Cheddar Bay Biscuits immediately while warm and flaky for the best taste experience.
Notes
- For extra richness, you can use cultured buttermilk if available.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep the biscuits tender and flaky.
- Optionally add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dough for a mild spicy kick.
- Brush on additional garlic butter after serving for even more flavor.
- Use a sharp cheddar cheese for the best distinctive taste.
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