Spicy Kickin Biscuits

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Get ready to spice up your baking game with these irresistible Spicy Kickin’ Biscuits! Packed with bold flavors from cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and optional fresh jalapeños, these savory delights deliver a zesty kick that pairs perfectly with the rich sharpness of shredded cheddar cheese. The buttery, flaky texture is achieved with cold butter and a light hand, while a touch of hot sauce in the dough adds another layer of heat. These easy-to-make biscuits are baked to golden perfection in under 15 minutes, then brushed with melted butter for a final touch of indulgence. Perfect as a side for chili, soups, or as a standalone snack, these spicy biscuits are sure to become a crowd favorite.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 12 min
• Total Time: 27 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.5 cups Cold unsalted butter
• 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cups Chopped fresh jalapeños (optional)
• 0.75 cups Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons Butter (melted, for brushing)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder.

3. Add the cold butter to the bowl. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped jalapeños (if using) until evenly distributed.

5. In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and hot sauce. Gradually add this mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.

6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat or roll the dough to about 1 inch thick. Use a 2.5-inch biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits, gathering and re-rolling the scraps as needed.

7. Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between them.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

9. Remove biscuits from the oven and brush the tops with melted butter while still warm.

10. Let cool slightly before serving. These biscuits are best enjoyed fresh and warm!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (92.7g)

Calories		326
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		20.7 g	27%
	Saturated Fat	13.2 g	66%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		58 mg	19%
Sodium		441 mg	19%
Total Carbohydrate		27.5 g	10%
	Dietary Fiber	0.9 g	3%
	Total Sugars	2.9 g
Protein		7.7 g	15%
Vitamin D		0.5 mcg	3%
Calcium		136 mg	10%
Iron		1.2 mg	7%
Potassium		72 mg	2%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1491 cal (56.9%%)

Protein: 246 cal (9.4%%)

Carbs: 881 cal (33.6%%)