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Cheddar and Green Onion Buttermilk Drop Biscuits

Tender, flaky biscuits packed with sharp cheddar cheese and green onions, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 biscuits
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The base for your biscuits.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Helps to add fluffiness.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Wet Ingredients
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter For richness and flakiness.
  • 1 cup buttermilk Keeps the biscuits moist and tender.
Flavor Additions
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese The star of the show.
  • ⅓ cup chopped green onions Adds freshness and flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the shredded cheddar and chopped green onions until evenly distributed.
  5. Add the buttermilk and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown on top.
  2. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep ingredients cold for the flakiest biscuits. You can store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature.