Teresa's Recipes
Savory Bacon and Cheddar Biscuits
Indulge in these irresistibly fluffy and savory bacon and cheddar biscuits, perfect for breakfast or as a delightful side dish. With crispy bacon pieces and sharp cheddar cheese enveloped in buttery, flaky goodness, these biscuits are bound to become a favorite in your kitchen. The origins of biscuits can be traced back to early American settlers, who adapted traditional English recipes, resulting in these simple yet delicious treats that have stood the test of time.
Ingredients
- 2 cups, plus extra for dusting All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick), diced Cold unsalted butter
- 1 cup, crumbled Cooked bacon
- 1 cup, shredded Cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup Milk
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 12
- Dish Type: Breakfast/Snack
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 18g
- Protein: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 1g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Add the cold diced butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk. Stir gently until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times until it comes together into a cohesive ball.
- Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1 inch. Use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits, pressing straight down without twisting to ensure they rise properly.
- Place the cut biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are close but not touching.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
- Serve warm, ideally with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey if desired, and enjoy the warm, savory flavors.
Tips
- For an extra kick, consider adding chopped green onions or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dough.
- These biscuits freeze well; simply place uncooked biscuits on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, and then transfer to a zip-top bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.