Cheddar Beer Biscuits
These Cheddar Beer Biscuits are delightfully fluffy and packed with flavor, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish. The combination of beer and cheese creates a unique taste that rises beautifully in the oven, making them an instant favorite. Optionally, you can fold in 1/2 cup of grated cheddar cheese into the flour mixture before adding the beer for an extra cheesy delight. Serve these warm for the best experience, as their golden crust and soft interior are irresistible!
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Servings
160
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
2 cups (sifted)
baking powder
3 teaspoons (sifted with flour)
salt
1 teaspoon (sifted with flour)
shortening
1/4 cup (cut into dry ingredients until coarse)
light colored beer
3/4 cup (room temperature)
grated cheddar cheese
1/2 cup (optional, added to flour mixture)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
2
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
3
Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the shortening into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse cornmeal.
4
Gradually pour in the beer, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
5
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it lightly just until it comes together; you want to avoid overworking the dough.
6
Shape the dough into a large ball and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dough to chill.
7
Once chilled, pat the dough out to a thickness of about 1-1/2 inches.
8
Use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
10
Remove from the oven and serve warm, enjoying the delicious flavors and wonderful texture.
Nutrition Information
6g
Fat
24g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cheddar Beer Biscuits?
Cheddar Beer Biscuits are fluffy, flavor-packed baked goods that are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish.
What is the flavor profile of these biscuits?
These biscuits feature a unique taste created by the combination of beer and cheese, resulting in a savory and aromatic flavor.
How can I make the biscuits extra cheesy?
You can optionally fold in 1/2 cup of grated cheddar cheese into the flour mixture before adding the beer.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
How long do the biscuits bake in the oven?
The biscuits should be baked for 10-12 minutes until they are golden brown on top.
Why is sifting the dry ingredients recommended?
Sifting the flour, baking powder, and salt together ensures an even distribution of the ingredients for a better rise.
How do I incorporate the shortening into the dough?
Cut the shortening into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
What is the technique for adding beer to the mixture?
Gradually pour in the beer and stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
Does the dough require kneading?
Yes, the dough should be turned out onto a floured surface and kneaded lightly just until it comes together.
How long must the dough be refrigerated?
The dough should be wrapped tightly in plastic and refrigerated for at least 1 hour.
What is the purpose of chilling the dough?
Chilling allows the flavors to meld together and ensures the dough is firm enough to handle and rise properly.
How thick should the dough be patted out before cutting?
The dough should be patted out to a thickness of about 1-1/2 inches.
What kind of beer is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of light colored beer at room temperature.
What is the best way to serve these biscuits?
Serve these biscuits warm to enjoy their golden crust and soft interior at their best.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 160 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each biscuit contains 6g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each biscuit?
There are 24g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of the biscuits?
Each serving provides 2g of protein.
How many ingredients are needed for this recipe?
This recipe requires 6 main ingredients, including the optional cheddar cheese.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
The recipe is tagged with biscuits, bread, beer, cheddar, easy recipe, baking, and snacks.
How should I shape the biscuits before baking?
Use a biscuit cutter to cut out the biscuits from the patted dough and place them on a prepared baking sheet.
Do I need to prepare the baking sheet?
Yes, you should lightly grease the baking sheet before placing the biscuits on it.
Is the cheddar cheese a required ingredient?
No, the 1/2 cup of grated cheddar cheese is an optional ingredient for added flavor.
How much beer is added to the dough?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of light colored beer.
How much baking powder is used?
You need 3 teaspoons of baking powder for this recipe.
What amount of shortening is required?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of shortening.
What is the measurement for the flour?
You will need 2 cups of sifted flour.
How much salt is included in the dry mix?
One teaspoon of salt is sifted together with the flour and baking powder.
What should be avoided when handling the dough?
Avoid overworking the dough during kneading and do not overmix when adding the beer.
What should the finished biscuits look like?
The finished biscuits should have a golden brown top and a soft, irresistible texture.