Description
Add some zest to your baking routine with these Spicy Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuits! Buttery, flaky, and bursting with bold flavors from sharp cheddar and fresh jalapeños, these biscuits are perfect for any meal. Customize the heat to your liking and enjoy a warm, golden treat straight from the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
- 2 jalapeños (finely chopped (deseeded for less heat))
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Cover a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Incorporate the Butter: Introduce the chilled butter cubes into the mixture of dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Cheese and Jalapeños: Stir in the grated sharp cheddar cheese and finely chopped jalapeños until evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture.
- Add Buttermilk: Pour in the buttermilk and gently stir until the dough just comes together.
- Shape the Biscuits: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it a few times until smooth. Flatten the dough to a thickness of approximately ¾ inch. Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out 2-inch round biscuits. Re-roll the dough scraps as needed and cut additional biscuits.
- Bake: Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, about 1 inch apart. Brush the tops of the biscuits with the melted butter. Cook in the oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are a rich golden brown and have risen.
- Serve: Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. These biscuits are best enjoyed warm, but you can also store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days.
Notes
- Adjusting Heat: For a spicier biscuit, leave in the jalapeño seeds or use an extra jalapeño.
- Cheese Options: Swap sharp cheddar for Pepper Jack or Monterey Jack for a different flavor profile.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American