Best 8 Savory Drop Biscuits Recipes

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**Savory Drop Biscuits: A Taste of Southern Comfort in Every Bite**

When it comes to comfort food, few things can beat the warmth and aroma of freshly baked savory drop biscuits. Originating from the Southern United States, these delectable morsels have become a staple in many households, loved for their tender, fluffy interiors and crispy, golden-brown exteriors. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting in the kitchen, our collection of savory drop biscuit recipes offers a delightful journey through the world of these irresistible treats. From classic cheddar cheese drop biscuits to unique variations like bacon-chive and roasted red pepper, each recipe promises a burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the timeless charm of savory drop biscuits.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Cheddar Cheese Drop Biscuits:** These timeless drop biscuits are the epitome of comfort food, featuring a generous helping of shredded cheddar cheese baked into every bite. Enjoy them as a side dish, appetizer, or even as a hearty breakfast treat.

2. **Bacon-Chive Drop Biscuits:** Take your drop biscuits to the next level with the addition of crispy bacon crumbles and fragrant chives. These savory bites are perfect for brunch, picnics, or as a satisfying snack.

3. **Roasted Red Pepper Drop Biscuits:** Elevate your drop biscuits with the vibrant flavors of roasted red peppers. Their smoky sweetness adds a delightful dimension to these fluffy treats, making them a hit at any gathering.

4. **Garlic Herb Drop Biscuits:** Infused with a blend of aromatic herbs and minced garlic, these drop biscuits exude a savory fragrance that will fill your kitchen. Serve them alongside soups, stews, or simply enjoy them on their own.

5. **Jalapeno Popper Drop Biscuits:** For those who love a bit of heat, these jalapeno popper drop biscuits are a must-try. They combine the classic flavors of a jalapeno popper – cream cheese, bacon, and jalapenos – into a tantalizing biscuit that packs a punch.

6. **Cheesy Ranch Drop Biscuits:** Get ready to indulge in a flavor explosion with these cheesy ranch drop biscuits. Buttermilk and ranch seasoning create a tangy, cheesy base that's perfect for dipping in your favorite sauce or dressing.

7. **Loaded Baked Potato Drop Biscuits:** Experience the ultimate comfort food combination in these loaded baked potato drop biscuits. They're packed with all the classic toppings – bacon, cheese, sour cream, and chives – for a savory treat that's sure to satisfy.

8. **Everything Bagel Drop Biscuits:** For a unique twist on the classic drop biscuit, try these everything bagel drop biscuits. Seasoned with a blend of poppy seeds, sesame seeds, garlic, and onion, they're the perfect accompaniment to your favorite bagel toppings like cream cheese, smoked salmon, or avocado.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY HERB DROP BISCUITS



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Cheese and Herb Biscuits are a delicious combination of fresh herbs, parmesan and mozzarella cheese! This recipe is perfect to enjoy as a side dish or a snack!

Provided by Jessica Formicola

Categories     Bread     Side Dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon coarse Kosher salt
1 cup fresh herbs (, chopped (parsley, cilantro, dill, rosemary, oregano etc))
3 garlic cloves* (, finely minced)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter (, melted)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Cover an insulated baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, fresh herbs and garlic.
  • Add the milk, cheeses and vegetable oil. Do not over mix, only until wet.
  • Drop the biscuit dough into 12 even dollops on the baking sheet
  • Bake for 15 minutes until until tops are lightly browned. Lightly baste each biscuit top with melted butter using a pastry brush.
  • If you've made this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 464 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PARMESAN HERB DROP BISCUITS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 biscuits

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 heaping tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Pinch of garlic powder
1 stick (1/2 cup) salted butter, cold, cut into small pieces, plus 2 tablespoons, melted, for brushing
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
3/4 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Put the flour, baking powder, salt and garlic powder in a food processor and pulse a few times to combine. Add the cold butter and pulse until the dry ingredients and the butter are mostly combined. (If you do not have a food processor, this can be done with a pastry cutter.)
  • Add the Parmesan, parsley, oregano and thyme. Drizzle in the milk and pulse (or stir in with a wooden spoon) until the mixture has just turned into a dough. Be careful not to overmix, as the biscuits will become tough when baked if you do.
  • Using 2 large spoons, drop 1/2-cup sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. This will make 6 generously sized biscuits.
  • Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes, depending on your oven. Brush the warm biscuits with the melted butter. Enjoy!

EASY DROP BISCUITS



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This easy drop biscuit recipe only requires 5 simple ingredients! In under 30 minutes you can have homemade drop biscuits on your table!

Provided by Bettie

Categories     Biscuits & Scones

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups (240 grams) all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon (14 grams) baking powder
1 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup (1 stick, 113 grams) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
3/4 cup-1 cup (175-240 mililiters) milk or buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 F (232 C).
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt together. If you want to add any herbs or spices you can add them here.
  • Add the pieces of cold butter and cut into the dry ingredients with a pastry cutter or fork until the consistency of coarse meal. If you want to add any cheeses or other add-ins you can stir them in here before adding the milk.
  • Add 3/4 cup of the milk and stir just until combined. You can use any milk you like or buttermilk if you want a tangy flavor. If the batter is very dry, add a little more milk until the consistency of a very thick batter. Do not over-mix. The batter will be quite lumpy.
  • Drop large mounds (about 1/4 cup each. I use a 2 oz scoop) onto a baking sheet. You can also use a cast iron skille that has been greased with butter.
  • Bake at 450 F (232 C) for 18-22 minutes until golden brown
  • Brush with melted butter if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories

CHEDDAR ONION DROP BISCUITS



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These tasty biscuits have a savory Cheddar and onion flavor. Perfect with a bowl of chili or hearty soup in the winter or a main dish salad in the summer.

Provided by trishthedish617

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Biscuits

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup 1% buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Cut the butter into the flour mixture until the mixture resembles course crumbs. Stir the onion, Parmesan cheese, and Cheddar cheese into the flour mixture. Pour the buttermilk into the bowl; stir until evenly combined. Drop by 1/4-cupfuls onto prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the tops of the biscuits are lightly browned, 12 to 15 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Cholesterol 26.2 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 350.8 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

DROP BISCUITS



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Quick, easy Drop Biscuits. Tender, fluffy, and completely fuss free! So simple to whip up and they turn out perfectly every time.

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup butter (cold)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat pastry flour (or swap white whole wheat flour or regular whole wheat flour*)
1 tablespoon baking powder (I recommend aluminum free)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (I used nonfat)
1 teaspoon honey
Grated parmesan and finely chopped fresh chives (try adding a pinch of garlic powder to the dry ingredients with this one!)
Shredded sharp cheddar and ground black pepper
Shredded gruyere and finely chopped fresh rosemary or thyme

Steps:

  • Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat to 450 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Dice the butter into small pieces and place it in the freezer while you prepare the other ingredients.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt. (If adding any herbs, garlic powder, or black pepper, do it here.)
  • Scatter the cold butter pieces over the top. With a pastry blender (or my favorite, your fingers), cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Some pieces may be the size of small pebbles and others as large as peas.
  • In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the milk, Greek yogurt, and honey until smoothly combined. Pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients a little at a time, stirring lightly between additions. (If adding cheese, add it slowly as you add the milk.) Stop stirring as soon as the dough holds together. It will be very moist and seem wet.
  • Drop the batter by spoonfuls onto a cookie sheet. I like to use a muffin scoop for this-you'll have 9 large or 12(ish) more moderately sized biscuits total. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes, until the tops are golden and spring back lightly when touched. Enjoy warm.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 biscuit, of 12, Calories 123 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g

SAVORY BUTTERMILK BISCUITS



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These savory herb-buttermilk biscuits have dill, chives, and rosemary baked right inside.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Yield Makes eighteen 2-inch biscuits

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1 heaping teaspoon coarse salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, chilled
4 tablespoons mixed chopped fresh herbs, such as dill, rosemary, and/or chives (optional)
1 1/2 cups buttermilk, well shaken, plus more for brushing tops

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees with racks set in the upper and lower thirds of the oven. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and baking soda. Transfer half of the dry ingredients to the bowl of a food processor. Add butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, with some larger pieces still remaining. Return this mixture back to the bowl with the rest of the dry ingredients. Add herbs, if using, and stir to combine.
  • Make a well in the center and gradually add buttermilk, stirring with a fork or wooden spoon until large clumps form; do not allow a dough to form in the bowl. Turn mixture out onto a lightly floured work surface, and using lightly floured hands, knead two or three times just until a dough forms.
  • Pat dough into an 8-by-8-inch square. Using a sharp knife, cut 2-inch square biscuits, or use a 2-inch round cutter, and transfer to prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Brush tops with buttermilk. Transfer to oven and bake until golden brown, about 12 minutes.

BREAKFAST-SAUSAGE-AND-GRUYERE DROP BISCUITS



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With their craggy exteriors and cakey middles, these savory buttermilk biscuits are the breakfast equivalent of a warm hug. And because they are scooped straight from the mixing bowl onto a baking sheet-no shaping or cutting required-you can whip them up while still half asleep. For an equally savory vegetarian biscuit, check out these Feta-and-Dill Drop Biscuits.

Provided by Sarah Carey

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 1/2 ounces breakfast-sausage patties or links, casings removed (from about 4)
2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt (we use Diamond Crystal)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, plus sprigs for sprinkling (optional)
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
3 ounces Gruyère, grated (1 cup)
1 1/4 cups cold buttermilk, plus more for brushing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment, then crumble sausage onto it. Roast until cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes, then remove sausage from pan and break into small pieces (you should have 3/4 cup).
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, thyme, and red-pepper flakes. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse meal with a few pea-size pieces remaining. Stir in cooked sausage and cheese.
  • Add buttermilk and stir to create a thick, sticky batter (do not overmix). Using two spoons, scoop and drop 8 (approximately 1/2-cup) biscuits onto same baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between them.
  • Brush tops with buttermilk and sprinkle with thyme sprigs. Bake until golden brown and cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before serving. Biscuits are best eaten still warm from the oven, but can be stored at room temperature, lightly covered, up to 1 day, or frozen up to 1 month. Reheat (after defrosting if frozen) in a 350° oven to refresh, about 10 minutes.

DROP BISCUITS AND GRAVY



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"We enjoy these flaky biscuits covered with creamy gravy not only for breakfast, but sometimes for dinner," reports Darlene Brenden of Salem, Oregon. Priced at only 27 cents per serving, "It's hard to find a more stick-to-the-ribs meal and at such a low cost," she notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
GRAVY:
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-3/4 cups 2% milk
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. Whisk together flour, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk together milk and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until blended. Divide dough into 4 portions and drop onto a parchment-lined baking sheet; bake until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. , In a small saucepan, cook and crumble sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, 4-5 minutes. Stir in butter until melted; sprinkle with flour. Gradually stir in milk, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2 minutes. Serve over biscuits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 calories, Fat 27g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 864mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

Tips:

  • Make sure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature before baking the drop biscuits. This will help them rise properly and cook evenly.
  • Use cold butter or shortening. This will help the biscuits stay fluffy and tender.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing can make the biscuits tough.
  • Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet. This will help them spread evenly and cook evenly.
  • Bake the biscuits until they are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Serve the biscuits warm with your favorite toppings, such as butter, honey, or jam.

Conclusion:

Savory drop biscuits are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish or snack. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a formal dinner party. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of fluffy, tender biscuits that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe, give these savory drop biscuits a try. You won't be disappointed!

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