Cheddar Biscuits with Chive Butter

Chives are the first herb to come up in the spring, and their delicate flavor pairs well with these biscuits. A little bit of Parmesan cheese makes the flavor of Cheddar cheese really pop; try it next time you make mac and cheese!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 228 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 cup buttermilk
• ¼ cup butter, softened
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• 2 cups flour
• 6 tablespoons cold butter
• 1 ¼ cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).

Step 2

Beat softened butter, chives, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl until well-combined and smooth.

Step 3

Stir flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Cut cold butter into flour mixture with a pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles oatmeal. Add Cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese; toss to coat. Stir buttermilk into flour mixture until dough is just-moistened.

Step 4

Turn dough out onto a floured work surface and gently knead until dough comes together, about 6 to 8 times. Roll dough into a 9-inch square (1/2 inch thick) with a floured rolling pin. Cut dough lengthwise into 4 strips and crosswise into 6 strips. Place biscuits on a baking sheet and brush tops with beaten egg.

Step 5

Bake biscuits in the preheated oven until golden, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a rack and cool until warm, at least 15 minutes. Serve with chive butter.