Pesto Biscuits
Flaky, golden, and brimming with herbaceous flavor, these Pesto Biscuits are a delicious twist on a classic comfort food. Combining the buttery richness of traditional biscuits with the vibrant taste of pesto and a hint of Parmesan cheese, this recipe elevates your bread basket to gourmet status. The dough comes together quickly with just a few simple steps, making these biscuits perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Finished with a light Parmesan topping, they bake to perfection in just 15 minutes, delivering tender layers with a cheesy, savory kick. Serve them warm as a side for soups, salads, or pasta dishes, or enjoy them on their own for a flavorful snack. Easy to make and endlessly versatile, these pesto biscuits are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter (cold)
- 0.75 cups whole milk
- 0.25 cups pesto
- 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese
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, sugar, and salt to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Cut the cold butter into small cubes. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl or measuring cup, mix the milk and pesto together until well combined.
Gradually pour the pesto-milk mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a fork until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together. Pat or roll the dough into a ¾-inch-thick circle.
Using a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Gather any scraps of dough, re-roll, and cut additional biscuits as needed.
Brush the tops of the biscuits lightly with a small amount of milk for added browning, and sprinkle with the grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and puffed.
Remove from the oven and let the biscuits cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving. Enjoy warm with butter or as a side to your favorite meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.0 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.4 g | 372% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 315 mg | 105% | |
| Sodium | 3273 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.0 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 46.7 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 671 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 690 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.
