Red Lobster's Cheese Biscuits
When I think of America, one of the many things that spring to mind are the cheese biscuits from Red Lobster. These make a wonderful accompaniment to your BBQ. Simple to make. Eat them hot but believe me when I say they won't last long on the dinner table!
American, Baking, Copycat, Side Dish
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
For the topping (optional):
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 230° celsius. Line a baking tray with baking paper or alternatively, use a silicone baking mat.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, garlic powder, salt and cayenne pepper (if using).
- In a large glass measuring cup or another bowl, whisk together buttermilk and butter. Pour mixture over dry ingredients and stir using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon just until moist. Gently fold in cheese.
- Using two tablespoons, scoop the batter evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Place into oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- If you're making the topping, whisk together butter, parsley and garlic powder in a small bowl. Working one at a time, brush the tops of the biscuits with the butter mixture. Serve immediately while still hot out of the oven.
Notes
- It seems that buttermilk is a common ingredient in American cooking but not so much here in Australia. While I don't readily stock this in my fridge, I make a buttermilk substitute instead which works just as well.
- American chedder cheese is more orange in colour. Because Australian chedder cheese is paler, the result is a paler looking cheese biscuit.