High Rise Chili Cheddar Biscuits ๐ง๐ถ๏ธ
Overview:
These biscuits are a delightful combination of buttery goodness and cheesy kick, with a hint of chili powder adding just the right amount of heat. The key to their lofty rise lies in the technique of grating frozen butter into the flour mixture, resulting in biscuits that are exceptionally light and flaky. Perfect for a quick snack, a side dish, or even breakfast, these biscuits are sure to become a favorite in your household. Plus, they can be made in less than 30 minutes, making them a convenient option for busy days!
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 377.7 per serving
- Fat Content: 20.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 12.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 58.4mg
- Sodium Content: 760.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 39g
- Fiber Content: 1.5g
- Sugar Content: 0.3g
- Protein Content: 9g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 3 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 2 tsp | Baking powder |
| 1 tsp | Chili powder |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1 cup | Frozen butter |
| 1/2 cup | Finely grated cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping) |
| 3/4 cup | Half-and-half cream |
| 1 1/2 cups | Milk |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) to preheat while you prepare the biscuit dough.
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Prepare Dry Mixture: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, chili powder, and salt, ensuring that they are well combined. For extra lightness, sift the mixture twice.
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Grate Butter: Using a grater, grate the frozen butter directly into the dry mixture. This method ensures that the butter is evenly distributed and helps create those flaky layers that make these biscuits irresistible.
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Add Cheese: To the butter and flour mixture, add 1/2 cup of finely grated cheddar cheese. Toss everything together until the cheese is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
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Create Well: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients, and pour in the half-and-half cream (or milk if you prefer).
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Mix Dough: Using a spatula or wooden spoon, gently stir the ingredients together until a ragged dough forms. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough biscuits.
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Knead Lightly: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. With gentle hands, knead the dough just until it holds together. It’s important not to over-knead, as this can also lead to tough biscuits.
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Shape Biscuits: Pat the dough with your hands until it reaches a thickness of about 1-1/2 inches. Then, using only a biscuit cutter, cut the dough into round biscuit shapes. Be sure to reroll any extra dough scraps, but avoid overhandling them to keep the biscuits tender.
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Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the cut biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet, ensuring that they are evenly spaced apart for even baking.
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Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the tops of the biscuits, adding an extra layer of cheesy goodness.
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Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top and cooked through.
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the biscuits from the oven and serve them warm, either on their own or alongside your favorite soup, chili, or stew.
These High Rise Chili Cheddar Biscuits are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, but they can also be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. Simply reheat them briefly in the oven or microwave before serving to restore their warm, flaky goodness. Whether you’re serving them for breakfast, brunch, or as a savory snack, these biscuits are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table!
