Description
Flaky Green Chile Cheddar Biscuits, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a savory side. Packed with sharp cheddar and spicy green chiles for a delicious kick.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green chiles (canned or roasted, drained)
- 1 cup buttermilk, cold
- 2 tablespoons melted butter, for brushing (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Incorporate Butter: Cut in cold, cubed butter using a pastry blender or fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Cheese and Chiles: Stir in grated cheddar cheese and chopped green chiles until evenly distributed.
- Add Buttermilk: Pour in cold buttermilk and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Shape the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
- Laminate the Dough: Fold the dough in half, then gently pat it back into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Repeat this folding and patting process 3-4 times.
- Cut Biscuits: After the final fold, pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Using a 2-inch biscuit cutter (or a sharp knife), cut out the biscuits. Try not to twist the cutter as you press down.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the biscuits onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Arrange them so they are just touching each other.
- Brush with Butter (Optional): Brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter for a golden-brown color.
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Let the biscuits cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use cold ingredients for flaky biscuits.
- Don’t overmix the dough for tender biscuits.
- Laminating the dough creates layers.
- Don’t twist the biscuit cutter.
- Bake at a high temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes