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These addicting copycat cheddar bay biscuits whip up in under 15 minutes, and they taste even better than the real thing!
Sometimes you just need a delicious Biscuit or Dinner Roll to pair with dinner. These cheddar bay biscuits are the perfect option every single time!
We Love Red Lobster Biscuits!
Have you tried the Cheddar Bay Biscuits from Red Lobster? We are huge fans and have bought the mix from the stores before but wanted to try a homemade version.
We are so glad we did because these biscuits are beyond simple and the perfect side dish to any meal.
Why we love them:
- Quick. Prep time is fast and they are ready to enjoy in only 15 minutes!
- Delectable. This delicious homemade copycat of a well-loved classic is absolutely addicting!!
- Enjoy always. We love to serve bread and biscuits with our favorite soups or salads, but they are a delicious side for any occasion!
Did you Know?
Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits were created by Kurt Hankins in the early 1990’s. He simply added garlic and cheese to a traditional biscuit recipe to make them a restaurant favorite. Their signature name was not coined until 1996 and today, 1.1 million biscuits are served daily.
Ingredients
- buttermilk baking mix – like Bisquick or see below for a homemade recipe
- sharp cheddar cheese – Cheddar cheese is used for a classic cheddar biscuit, but you can mix in some other cheese such as Parmesan, or Pepper Jack.
- milk – use 2% or whole milk
- unsalted butter melted
- garlic salt (with parsley flakes) – Add extra flavor by mixing in Italian seasoning to the garlic butter, old bay seasoning, or stir in a pinch of cayenne pepper in the dough for a bit of a kick
DIY Buttermilk Baking Mix
Substitute the buttermilk baking mix in this cheddar biscuit recipe with a mix you can make yourself.
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup buttermilk blend powder or powdered milk
- 1½ tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 cup shortening
Place all the ingredients in a food processor and pulse until pea-shaped mix forms. (You can also use a pastry cutter or fork). Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 6 months.
How to Make Cheddar Bay Biscuits
- PREP. Preheat oven to 450°F.
- MIX. In a medium bowl, mix together the baking mix and shredded cheese. Then slowly add the milk to the dry ingredients and mix with a wooden spoon until soft dough forms.
- BAKE. Using a large cookie scoop, scoop dough onto a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
- SEASON + SERVE. Mix melted butter and garlic salt together and brush the butter mixture over warm biscuits right after they’re taken out of the oven. Serve warm over this tender cheddar biscuit recipe.
Recipe Tips
- Make them fluffy. Don’t overmix the biscuit dough or press and roll the dough balls. The biscuits don’t spread and retain their shape. For a flatter top, gently press the top flat before baking.
- Bacon. Add cooked bacon crumbles to the top of the dough before baking.
- Serving suggestions. We love homemade cheddar bay biscuits anytime with favorites like Vegetable Soup, Easy Baked Salmon, Chicken Piccata, Fettuccine Alfredo, Smothered Pork Chop, and Dr. Pepper Ribs.
Storage Info
- Make ahead of time. Double the recipe and freeze some for later. Make the dough as directed and place them all onto a baking sheet but instead of putting it in the oven place it in the freezer. Once solid, transfer all of the biscuits to a freezer Ziploc and freeze for 3-4 months.
- Let them thaw at room temperature for about 20 minutes before baking and add a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.
- STORE. Cool these copycat cheddar bay biscuits and store them in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge.
- FREEZE baked easy cheddar bay biscuits for 2-3 months.
- Reheat in the oven. Thaw if applicable. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the biscuits on the sheet. Bake for 5-7 minutes or until warm throughout. For soft biscuits, cover them in foil.
For More Biscuits and Rolls:
Cheddar Bay Biscuit Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups buttermilk baking mix
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- ⅔ cup milk (2% or whole)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt (with parsley flakes) (with parsley flakes)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the baking mix and shredded cheese. Then slowly add the milk and mix with a wooden spoon until soft dough forms.
- Using a large cookie scoop, scoop dough onto a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
- Mix melted butter and garlic salt together and brush over warm biscuits right after they're taken out of the oven. Serve warm.
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Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
* Source: Cheddar Bay Biscuit
These are so easy and quick! Kids and guests love these cheddar bay biscuits! So yummy and bursting with flavors!
I’m so glad the biscuits were a hit!
So amazing! We used these for turkey cheese sandwiches and they were perfect. A hit with everyone!
The yummiest biscuits ever! They were so simple and got devoured. Can’t wait to make these again!
This was so easy to make and so good! I made my biscuits a little smaller, so it made seven. WHEN I repeat making this, I’m going to throw a little of that garlic salt into the batter. We LOVED our biscuits! They beautifully accompanied our Main lobster bisque. 😋’
Oh thank you!! So glad you enjoyed the biscuits!