Cheddar Jalapeño Soda Biscuits (Printer View)

Fluffy biscuits with cheddar and jalapeño. Ideal for breakfast or as a savory side with warm dishes.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Cheese and Vegetables

05 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
06 - 2 medium jalapeños, seeded and finely diced

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
08 - 3/4 cup buttermilk, cold

# Method steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
03 - Add cold butter cubes. Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut butter into dry mixture until it forms coarse crumbs.
04 - Stir in grated cheddar and diced jalapeños until evenly distributed.
05 - Pour in cold buttermilk and gently mix with a fork until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing.
06 - Transfer dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
07 - Use a 2.5-inch round biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits. Place biscuits 1 inch apart on prepared baking sheet. Repat scraps as needed.
08 - Bake in preheated oven for 16 to 18 minutes, until tops are golden and biscuits are puffed.
09 - Allow biscuits to cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with minimal equipment
  • Delicious combination of sharp cheese and fresh jalapeños
02 -
  • Use cold butter and buttermilk for the fluffiest texture
  • Mild jalapeños make this suitable for most palates; for extra heat, leave the seeds in
03 -
  • For extra flavor, brush hot biscuits with melted butter right out of the oven
  • Substitute pickled jalapeños for a tangy twist and milder spice
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