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Cheddar Cornmeal Biscuits

Cheddar Cornmeal Biscuits for a Cozy, Flavorful Breakfast

Delicious Cheddar Cornmeal Biscuits, perfect for a cozy breakfast experience.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 biscuits
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuits
  • 2 cups All Purpose Flour Feel free to substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup Yellow Cornmeal Integral to the biscuit's character.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure it is fresh for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Can be omitted if baking powder is sufficient.
  • 1 teaspoon Table Salt Sea salt can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Cold and cubed for flakiness.
  • 3/4 cup Cold Buttermilk Regular milk mixed with vinegar can be a substitute.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Add more for extra cheesiness.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Chives Can swap for green onions or omit.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • biscuit cutter
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cheddar Cornmeal Biscuits
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture and blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh chives until evenly distributed.
  5. Gradually pour in the cold buttermilk and mix until a sticky dough forms.
  6. Lightly knead the dough on a floured surface and pat down to about ½-inch thickness.
  7. Cut out biscuits using a biscuit cutter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 15 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
  9. Brush the tops of warm biscuits with melted butter for added flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuitCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, keep ingredients cold and adjust buttermilk gradually if the dough seems dry.

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