Best 4 Ale And Cheddar Biscuits Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Ale and Cheddar Biscuits, a delectable treat that combines the richness of cheddar cheese with the malty notes of ale. These savory biscuits are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering or a formal party. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create these golden-brown pillows of goodness that are sure to impress your taste buds.

This article features two variations of Ale and Cheddar Biscuits: the classic version and a bacon-chive variation. The classic biscuits showcase the perfect balance between the sharpness of cheddar cheese and the subtle sweetness of ale, while the bacon-chive variation adds a smoky, savory twist with the addition of crispy bacon and fresh chives. Both recipes result in light, flaky biscuits that are perfect for pairing with your favorite soups, stews, or salads.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY BEER BISCUITS



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Our flaky, melt-in-your-mouth biscuits can be on the dinner table in 20 minutes.

Provided by By Inspired Taste

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/4 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
2/3 cup light beer
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/4 cups shredded pizza cheese blend (5 oz)
Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450°F. In medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, beer, garlic powder and 1 cup of the cheese until soft dough forms.
  • Place dough on surface sprinkled with additional Bisquick mix; knead 10 times. Roll until 1/2 inch thick. Cut with floured 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup cheese evenly over rounds, about 1 teaspoon on each. Sprinkle with pepper.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Brush tops of biscuits with melted butter. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

CHEDDAR BISCUITS



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Grind fresh black pepper into these cheesy biscuits for a fantastic aroma.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 servings, about 15 biscuits

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
3/4 cup shredded Cheddar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 2/3 cups heavy cream, plus more for brushing

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment.
  • Whisk together the flour, Cheddar, baking powder, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Add the cream and stir the mixture with a wooden spoon until it just forms a dough. Gather the dough into a ball and transfer to a flour-dusted surface. Pat into a 1/2-inch-thick circle and cut out rounds with a 2-inch biscuit cutter. Gently press the scraps together and cut out more rounds.
  • Arrange the dough rounds, 1-inch apart, on the prepared baking sheets and brush with cream. Bake until the biscuits are just golden on the bottom, about 12 minutes.

CHEDDAR BISCUITS



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I often serve my family these warm cheddar biscuits with a hearty breakfast of bacon and eggs. They freeze well, too. -Colleen Horudko, Warman, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 16 biscuits.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup shortening
1 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in cheese and shortening until crumbly. Add buttermilk; stir until just moistened. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. Roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

FLUFFY CHEDDAR BISCUITS



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These biscuits are golden and crisp outside, light and fluffy inside, and wonderfully cheesy inside and out. They come together in minutes, and triple basting them in butter (before baking, halfway through baking and once more when they come out of the oven) really takes them over the top. You may be tempted to skip the 3 tablespoons of sugar in this otherwise savory biscuit, but don't: It's the secret to the biscuit's tender interior. Inspired by Red Lobster's buttery biscuits, these are drop-style, which means you just scoop up the batter and gently plop it onto baking sheets. Try to handle the dough gently to avoid compressing it, which can result in a less-than-fluffy biscuit.

Provided by Erin Jeanne McDowell

Categories     brunch, lunch, breads, quick breads, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 12 biscuits

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups/385 grams all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon sweet or hot paprika
1/2 cup/115 grams cold unsalted butter (1 stick), cut into 1/2-inch cubes, plus 6 tablespoons/85 grams melted unsalted butter
8 ounces/225 grams sharp or extra-sharp Cheddar, shredded (about 2 packed cups)
1 cup/240 milliliters buttermilk
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Arrange the oven racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and heat the oven to 375 degrees. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, stir the flour, sugar, baking powder, garlic powder, salt and paprika to combine. Add the 1/2 cup cubed butter and toss until each piece is coated completely in flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to rub the butter into the flour, continuing to work the mixture until the butter is almost fully blended into the dough. There can still be a few larger pieces of butter, but none should be larger than a pea. If the butter feels soft or melty at any point, refrigerate the mixture in the bowl for 15 minutes before continuing.
  • Stir in 1 1/2 cups/170 grams of the cheese into the flour mixture. Make a well in the center of the bowl. In a liquid measuring cup or in a small bowl with a spout, whisk the buttermilk and egg until well combined. Pour the mixture into the medium bowl and, using a wooden spoon, stir until the mixture is combined. Near the end, you may have to fold it over itself a few times in the bowl to make sure it's uniformly combined. (Resist the urge to use your hands so that the mixture doesn't get too soft or compressed.)
  • Scoop the dough into 12 even portions (about 1/2 cup/80 grams each) onto the prepared sheet pan. Stagger the biscuits on the baking sheets. (You should have 6 biscuits per sheet pan.)
  • Brush each biscuit with the melted butter (you won't use it all) and divide the remaining shredded cheese among the tops of the biscuits (about 2 teaspoons per biscuit).
  • Transfer to the oven and bake the biscuits for 15 minutes, then brush each biscuit with butter again, and rotate the pans between the oven racks. Continue to bake until the biscuits are light golden and the cheese on top is deeply golden, 5 to 10 minutes more. The biscuits should spring back gently when touched in the center.
  • Brush the finished biscuits generously with the remaining butter. Cool at least 10 minutes before serving warm (or cool completely and serve at room temperature).

Tips:

  • Use a combination of all-purpose flour and bread flour for a biscuit that is both tender and flaky.
  • Grate the cheddar cheese yourself for a better flavor and texture.
  • Use cold beer for a lighter biscuit.
  • Do not overwork the dough, or the biscuits will be tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking for a flakier biscuit.
  • Bake the biscuits in a hot oven for a golden brown crust.
  • Serve the biscuits warm with butter, honey, or your favorite jam.

Conclusion:

These ale and cheddar biscuits are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you are serving them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these biscuits are sure to be a hit. The combination of ale and cheddar cheese gives these biscuits a unique flavor that is sure to please everyone.

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