If you’ve ever thought homemade cheddar biscuits were too much work, we’re here to change your mind. Our sourdough cheddar biscuits are not only incredibly easy to make, but they also bring together the best of both worlds—fluffy, cheesy goodness with the unmistakable tang of sourdough. And the best part? You don’t need to be a sourdough expert to make them! Stick with us, and we’ll show you just how simple and satisfying this recipe can be.
The Magic of Sourdough: Why We Love It
Sourdough isn’t just for fancy bread loaves—it has so many benefits that make it worth keeping a starter in your kitchen.
- Easier to digest: The natural fermentation process breaks down gluten, making sourdough gentler on our stomachs.
- Healthier option: It’s packed with probiotics and beneficial acids that can improve gut health.
- Amazing flavor: That slightly tangy, deep flavor profile adds richness to everything—including biscuits!
Using sourdough in these biscuits makes them more flavorful than your typical butter biscuit, and the fermentation process gives them a lighter, airier texture. Trust us, you’ll taste the difference!
Quick & Simple: No Complicated Steps Required
We get it—nobody wants to spend hours in the kitchen just for biscuits. The great thing about these sourdough cheddar biscuits is that they come together fast.
- No need for kneading or complicated shaping.
- No waiting around for dough to rise like traditional bread recipes.
- Just mix, shape, and bake. That’s it!
These biscuits are perfect for last-minute cravings, unexpected guests, or a simple side dish to round out your meal.
What You’ll Need for the Perfect Batch
You’ll be using our own tried-and-true recipe for these biscuits, but we’ll share a few tips to make sure they turn out perfectly every time:
- Use a scale to measure ingredients: Sourdough discard or starter, as well as the flour, can very based on the conditions are you currently cooking in. Using a kitchen scale to measure everything will bring a more consistent result.
- Use quality ingredients: We try and keep everything we use natural or organic, and using higher quality ingredients, such as the flour, can really make a difference.
- Bake at the proper heat: This one may be a no brainer, but keeping the heat at the correct levels really helps them rise beautifully and gives them a golden, crispy exterior.
Equipment Needed
Sourdough Cheddar Biscuits
Ingredients
For the biscuits:
- 120 g
all-purpose flour (about 1 cup) - 12 g
baking powder (about 1 tbsp) - ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- 6 g
salt - 1 stick stick unsalted butter melted and cooled
- 175 g shredded cheddar cheese (about 2 cups)
- 230 g sourdough discard
For the topping:
- 6 tbsp 85 g melted salted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves fresh minced garlic
- 2 tsp dried parsley or 2 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 F
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in a medium or large bowl.
- Add in the shredded cheese and mix it together until combined.
- Add in the butter and sourdough discard, and mix everything until it is just combined.
- Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, place the batter into small to medium size drops onto a sheet pan lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Let them bake for about 15 minutes.
- Combine all of the ingredients for the topping and pour them over the biscuits.
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