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Close-up of golden-brown cheese breakfast biscuits with melted cheddar on top and visible pieces of ham and spinach inside, served on parchment paper.

Cheese Breakfast Biscuits

Fluffy, golden cheese breakfast biscuits made with sharp cheddar and buttery layers. Perfect for a cozy homemade breakfast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 8 biscuits
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold, cubed
  • 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tbsp butter melted, for brushing tops

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Pastry Cutter

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
  5. Whisk milk and egg together, then add to the dry ingredients and gently mix to form a soft dough.
  6. Pat dough to about 1-inch thickness, cut into biscuits, and place on baking sheet.
  7. Brush tops with melted butter and bake for 14–18 minutes until lightly golden.

Notes

Serve warm with butter or enjoy alongside eggs and breakfast meats.