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Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuits Recipe

Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuits Recipe

4.9 from 12 reviews

These Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuits are a perfect blend of savory, spicy jalapenos, and sharp cheddar cheese, baked into light, fluffy biscuits. They make a delicious side dish for any meal or a tasty snack on their own.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 tablespoons cold butter
  • 2 eggs
  • ⅔ cup buttermilk
  • 2 fresh jalapenos, minced
  • 1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese

Extras (optional):

  • Splash of buttermilk
  • 12 thin jalapeno slices
  • 12 tablespoons melted butter
  • Flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and skillet: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and place a cast iron skillet in the oven to preheat.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add butter: Add cold butter to the dry ingredients and mix until a sandy texture forms.
  4. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk eggs and buttermilk, then add cheese and jalapenos.
  5. Combine mixtures: Pour wet ingredients into the flour mixture and cut together.
  6. Shape and cut: Roll out the dough, cut into biscuits, and place in the skillet.
  7. Bake: Brush with buttermilk, top with jalapeno slices, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  8. Finish: Brush with melted butter, sprinkle with sea salt, and serve.

Notes

  • Handle the dough gently to keep the biscuits light and fluffy.
  • Adjust the amount of jalapenos to suit your spice preference.
  • Feel free to customize with additional toppings or seasonings.

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