Easy Cheese and Onion Biscuits
Flaky, buttery, and packed with savory flavor, these Easy Cheese and Onion Biscuits are the perfect addition to any meal—or a delightful snack on their own! Made with sharp cheddar cheese and beautifully caramelized onions, these homemade biscuits are irresistibly rich and aromatic. The recipe keeps things simple, with just 20 minutes of prep time, making it ideal for beginners and experienced bakers alike. A touch of fresh parsley or chives adds a burst of freshness, while the tender, golden-brown layers promise melt-in-your-mouth perfection. Whether you’re pairing them with a bowl of soup, serving them at brunch, or enjoying them warm from the oven, these cheesy biscuits are guaranteed to steal the spotlight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Cold unsalted butter
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Yellow onion, finely diced
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil or butter (for caramelizing onions)
- 2 tablespoons Optional: fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil or butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, and optional fresh parsley or chives, if using.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the milk. Stir gently with a fork just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a 1-inch thick round. Use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out biscuits.
Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2440 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.3 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.4 g | 447% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 395 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 3344 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.8 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 60.8 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1109 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 819 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
