Cheddar Drop Biscuits with Chive Butter
These cheddar drop biscuits with chive butter are fluffy, cheesy, and easy to make—no rolling required. A perfect savory side for dinner, brunch, or holidays.
Servings 10
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder optional
- 1/2 cup butter cubed
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup buttermilk or milk + 1 teaspoon vinegar
Melted Chive Butter
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and garlic powder.
- Add cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in shredded cheddar. Pour in buttermilk and mix until just combined, being careful to not over-mix.
- Drop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the tops are golden brown.
- While biscuits bake, mix melted butter with chopped chives and a pinch of salt.
- When the biscuits are out of the oven, brush or drizzle with chive butter. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use cold butter for flaky texture.
- Don’t overmix—this keeps biscuits tender.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for best melting.
- Bake at high heat for a good rise and golden tops.
