Name: Butter Biscuits Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 stick salted butter; 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 4 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 2 teaspoons granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon granulated garlic; 1 teaspoon salt; 8 ounces sharp cheddar (cubed); 2 cups diced ham; 1/4 cup diced chives; 2 cups buttermilk

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Introduction

Cheese Butter Biscuits are a deliciously savory treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a comforting side. These fluffy, buttery biscuits are filled with sharp cheddar, diced ham, and fresh chives for a flavorful twist on the classic. Ready in under an hour, they’re sure to become a family favorite.

The dish is a fluffy baked cheese and ham biscuit cut into pieces, showing three main layers: the outer golden-brown crust with a slightly crispy texture, a thick white soft biscuit layer with small green herbs mixed in, and bright orange melted cheddar cheese with small chunks of pink ham scattered inside. The biscuit looks moist and crumbly, while the cheese melts softly throughout. The pieces are held by a woman's hand over a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 stick salted butter
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
4 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon salt
8 ounces sharp cheddar, cubed
2 cups diced ham
1/4 cup diced chives
2 cups buttermilk

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
Step 2: Place the stick of butter in a 10-inch cast iron skillet or a deep 9×9 inch pan and put it in the oven to melt while it preheats, about 5 minutes.
Step 3: In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, granulated garlic, and salt. Stir in the diced ham, cubed cheddar, and chives evenly.
Step 4: Pour in the buttermilk and gently mix just until the dough comes together. Avoid overworking to keep the biscuits tender.
Step 5: Carefully spread the dough evenly over the melted butter in the hot skillet or pan. Using a pastry cutter or a sharp knife, cut the dough into 8 to 10 biscuit-sized pieces.
Step 6: Bake the biscuits at 450°F for 20 to 30 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 7: Let the biscuits rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Tips & Variations

For a vegetarian version, omit the ham and add extra cheese or sautéed vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
Swap sharp cheddar for a milder cheese like Monterey Jack if you prefer a less intense flavor.
Use cold butter if you want flakier layers, cutting it into the dry ingredients before adding buttermilk.
For extra crispiness, brush the tops with melted butter right after baking.

Storage

Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. To reheat, warm them in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes or microwave briefly until heated through.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up of fluffy baked cheese biscuit pieces stacked together, with a rough, crumbly white layer mixed with small green herb pieces on the top and throughout. Bright orange melted cheddar cheese chunks are seen melted inside the biscuit layers along with small bits of pink ham. The top edges of the biscuit have a light golden brown color where the cheese is slightly crispy. The cheese looks gooey and moist, contrasting with the soft and crumbly white biscuit dough. The background is a soft white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular milk instead of buttermilk?

Buttermilk adds acidity that reacts with the baking powder to help the biscuits rise and stay tender. If you don’t have buttermilk, you can mix 2 cups of milk with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice or white vinegar and let it sit for 5 minutes before using as a substitute.

Can I make these biscuits ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. Just bring it to room temperature for 10-15 minutes before spreading in the pan and baking as directed.