These American cheese biscuits are fluffy, cheesy, and oh so delicious. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish for dinner. The combination of cheddar cheese and buttery biscuit dough makes them a crowd-pleaser at any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 egg, beaten
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the milk. Stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently a few times until it comes together.
- Roll out the dough to about 1 inch thickness and use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits.
- Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, brush the tops with the beaten egg, and bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Cheddar cheese biscuits are a popular side dish in American cuisine, often served with fried chicken or barbecue.
Biscuits were first introduced to the American South by European settlers in the 1800s and have since become a staple in Southern cooking.