Manchego Biscuits
Elevate your biscuit game with these tender and savory Manchego Biscuits, the perfect marriage of flaky layers and rich Spanish cheese. Featuring shredded Manchego cheese, cold buttermilk, and a buttery base, this simple yet indulgent recipe comes together in just 30 minutes. A light golden crust, optionally brushed with an egg wash, gives way to a cheesy, melt-in-your-mouth interior that’s irresistible. Ideal for breakfast, a hearty brunch spread, or as a side to soups and stews, these biscuits are as versatile as they are delicious. Whether you’re a cheese lover or just looking to impress at your next gathering, this easy recipe is bound to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 cup Manchego cheese (shredded)
- 0.75 cup Buttermilk (cold)
- 1 large Egg (for egg wash, optional)
- 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry blender or your fingers, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the shredded Manchego cheese until evenly distributed.
Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the cold buttermilk. Gently mix with a fork or spatula until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it 3-4 times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
Using a round biscuit cutter (about 2.5 inches in diameter), cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Gather the scraps, re-pat, and cut out additional biscuits as needed.
For a golden finish, whisk the egg with water to make an egg wash, then brush it lightly over the tops of the biscuits (optional).
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are puffed and golden brown.
Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.0 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.6 g | 438% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 551 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 4710 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.1 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 65.8 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1096 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 700 mg | 15% | |
*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.
