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Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Flaky, buttery, and garlicky, these biscuits are simply delicious. A copycat version of the popular ones served at Red Lobster, you can make these fresh at home in just 30 minutes!
This recipe comes from Damn Delicious...and it is!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 10 biscuits
Calories 295 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

FOR THE TOPPING

  • 3 tbsp butter melted
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 450℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper, if using.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together buttermilk and butter. Pour mixture over dry ingredients and stir just until moist. Gently fold in the cheese.
  • Working on a lightly floured surface, knead the dough 3-4 times until it comes together. With a floured rolling pin, roll the dough into a 1 ¼-inch thick rectangle. Cut out 10-12 rounds using a 2 ½-inch biscuit or cookie cutter.
  • Place biscuits on prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.

FOR THE TOPPING

  • Whisk together butter, parsley, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Brush biscuit tops with the butter mixture.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For the best flavor and consistency, shred your own cheese versus using a pre-shredded variety.
  • Unless you plan to eat all of the biscuits in one sitting, forgo brushing all the tops with the butter mixture all at once. Any that sit overnight will absorb the butter and get soggy. Only brush those you plan to eat right away.
Nutrition Facts
Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Amount per Serving
Calories
295
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
19
g
29
%
Saturated Fat
 
12
g
75
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Cholesterol
 
53
mg
18
%
Sodium
 
409
mg
18
%
Potassium
 
88
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
23
g
8
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
8
g
16
%
Vitamin A
 
653
IU
13
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
227
mg
23
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.