Cheddar Bay Biscuits Copycat Recipe (2024)

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These Cheddar Biscuits are a Red Lobster copycat recipe that’s so easy to make. They take only 25 minutes to make and they taste SO much better than the original!

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During the winter I like to cook up nice, hearty soup, stewand chili recipes for dinner. No matter what I make my family always requests these Cheddar Biscuits! They are so tasty and go with practically any type of soup or chili. Plus they’re incredibly easy to make and taste even better than the original biscuits (sorry, Red Lobster!).

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3 things that make these cheddar biscuits amazing:

  1. The dough is so tender. Make sure you do not over-mix the dough once the milk is added. Just mix until the dough comes together.
  2. They’re covered in butter! Butter that’s infused with garlic and dotted with fresh parsley.
  3. They’re best served warm. And when I say best served warm I mean that’s the only way to eat them; fresh out of the oven. Trust me, they’re heavenly!

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Cook’s Note – Cheddar Biscuits:

  • While these Cheddar Biscuits are best served warm, I do have a make-head option for you. Follow the recipe below up until baking. Cover to baking sheet with foil that’s been lightly sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Refrigerate the dough until ready to use, but no more than 18 hours. Bake as directed, brush with the butter mixture and serve warm!
  • These Cheddar Biscuits are also fabulous served at brunch. I recently served them with quiche for a birthday brunch and the two paired perfectly! Or how about making little breakfast sliders out of these biscuits? Oh my, now we’ve got something folks!

Cook’s Tools – Cheddar Biscuits:

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Cheddar Biscuits Copycat Recipe

Author Adapted from Food Network Magazine

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

14 biscuits

These Cheddar Biscuits are a Red Lobster copycat recipe that's so easy to make. They take only 25 minutes to make and they taste SO much better than the original!

Ingredients

FOR THE BISCUITS:

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 ½ teaspoons sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoons salt
  • 3 Tablespoons vegetable shortening at room temperature
  • 4 Tablespoons cold unsalted butter cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 6 ounces yellow sharp cheddar cheese grated (about 1 ¼ cups)
  • ¾ cup whole milk

FOR THE GARLIC BUTTER:

  • 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large garlic clove minced
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Adjust oven rack to upper third of oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with silicone baking mat or spray with nonstick cooking spray.

FOR THE BISCUITS:

  • Add flour, baking powder, sugar, Old Bay seasoning, and salt to the bowl of a food processor and pulse to combine. Slowly add shortening and butter and pulse 5-6 times until mixture is in pea-sized pieces. Add cheese and pulse 1-3 times until mixed. Pour in milk and pulse until dough comes together, about 6-8 pulses.

  • Using a ¼ cup scoop, place dough on prepared baking sheet, 2-inches apart. Lightly compress biscuits with the palm of your hand. Bake until golden brown, about 15-18 minutes.

FOR THE GARLIC BUTTER:

  • Add butter and garlic to a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook until melted, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in parsley.

TO FINISH:

  • Brush biscuits with butter mixture and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuit | Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 124mg | Potassium: 103mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 325IU | Calcium: 133mg | Iron: 0.9mg

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  1. Cheddar biscuits go with almost anything!! I can see why your family requests them!

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  2. Wowza – these biscuits look amazing! The garlic butter on top is a great touch:)

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    1. Thanks, Brianne!

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  3. You had me at brunch! This recipe looks absolutely delicious!

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    1. I love brunch, too! You should try these the next time you’re making brunch!

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  4. Yummy and cheesy, my kind of comfort food

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    1. Me, too Claudia!

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  5. I could live on these!!! The main reason I go to red lobster. You just reminded me that I don’t need too anymore. Homemade tastes better. Thanks for sharing.

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    1. I could so live on them, too!

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Cheddar Bay Biscuits Copycat Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What makes cheddar Bay biscuits so good? ›

Baking Powder: For a biscuit that is airy and flaky, baking powder is key! Garlic Powder: Garlic is a must for that perfect savory flavor in your Cheddar Bay biscuits! Salt: Enhances overall flavor. Buttermilk: Buttermilk is what makes these biscuits so rich and soft!

What can I substitute for cheddar bay biscuit mix? ›

Using Bisquick:
  • 2 cups Bisquick.
  • 1 teaspoon sugar.
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
  • 2/3 cups milk.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  • 2 tablespoons butter.
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What are the ingredients in red lobster biscuit mix? ›

INGREDIENTS: Enriched Bleached Flour (Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Palm And Soybean Oil, Less Than 2% Of: Baking Soda, Salt, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate, Dextrose, Buttermilk, Ascorbic Acid, Enzymes.

What is the secret to biscuits? ›

Use Cold Butter for Biscuits

For flaky layers, use cold butter. When you cut in the butter, you have coarse crumbs of butter coated with flour. When the biscuit bakes, the butter will melt, releasing steam and creating pockets of air. This makes the biscuits airy and flaky on the inside.

Which liquid makes the best biscuits? ›

*Substitute buttermilk, light cream, or heavy cream for the whole milk, if you prefer; use enough of whatever liquid you choose to bring the dough together readily, without you having to work it too much. The higher-fat liquid you use, the more tender and richer-tasting your biscuits will be.

Can you use milk instead of water in cheddar Bay biscuits? ›

I tried these and they came out equally terrific. I did use cold whole milk instead of water to make fluffy, and also was heavy handed on the Italian seasoning (and added fresh finely chopped Basil because I love it).

Can I use pancake mix instead of biscuit mix? ›

While pancake mix and Bisquick share many ingredients, the two are not the same. The main difference is that the pancake mix is sweeter. Most pancake mixes can be used in place of Bisquick and vice versa in sweet recipes. Compare your pancake mix with Bisquick's ingredient list before swapping.

Why are they called cheddar bay biscuits? ›

For starters, Cheddar Bay is not a real place. Red Lobster used the would-be geographical name "to reflect the seaside atmosphere of Red Lobster restaurants," per an official press release.

What makes the Red Lobster biscuits so unique? ›

Cheesy Flavor:The biscuits are made with cheddar cheese, which contributes to their rich and savory taste. The combination of buttery, flaky layers and the sharpness of cheddar cheese creates a delightful flavor profile.

Are Red Lobster biscuits made in house? ›

All entrées come with two warm, house-made Cheddar Bay Biscuits.

Do cheddar bay biscuits have eggs? ›

Contains: wheat, milk, soy. May contain eggs and tree nuts.

What goes with cheddar bay biscuits? ›

The best side dishes to serve with Cheddar Bay Biscuits are scrambled eggs, pulled pork, bacon, gravy, chicken pot pie, clam chowder, grilled cheese sandwich, shepherd's pie, fried chicken, and lobster bisque Do you agree?

Should you refrigerate cheddar biscuits? ›

Cheddar biscuits may be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days depending on the humidity of your kitchen. For longer storage, place leftover biscuits in an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for 4-5 days or in the freezer for up to 1-2 months.

What makes the red lobster biscuits so unique? ›

Cheesy Flavor:The biscuits are made with cheddar cheese, which contributes to their rich and savory taste. The combination of buttery, flaky layers and the sharpness of cheddar cheese creates a delightful flavor profile.

What are the best biscuits ever? ›

Top 5 favorite British biscuits:
  • Chocolate Digestives.
  • Shortbread.
  • Chocolate fingers.
  • Jaffa Cakes.
  • Chocolate Hobnobs.

What makes a biscuit taste good? ›

Buttermilk adds a tangy flavor to the biscuits and makes them slightly more tender. Butter: We use salted European butter in this recipe. It will work with unsalted or salted butter. I like the extra saltiness of salted butter, but you can reduce the salt to 3/4 teaspoon if you prefer.

Are cheddar cheese biscuits good for you? ›

Cheese crackers are a quick source of carbohydrate and proteins, thus keeping hunger away. The crackers, made with whole wheat or oats are a rich source of B-complex vitamins and dietary fibre. Since these biscuits are high in sodium and fat content, have them in limited amounts only.

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