Savory Bacon & Cheddar Pull-Apart Biscuits
Transform your breakfast table with these indulgent Savory Bacon & Cheddar Pull-Apart Biscuits. Combining the fluffiness of buttermilk biscuits with the delightful flavors of crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and fragrant herbs, this dish offers a delicious twist that can be enjoyed at any meal. The biscuits bake to a perfect golden brown and can be easily pulled apart for sharing. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or even as a savory side for dinner, serve these delightful biscuits warm with a drizzle of maple butter for an irresistible sweet and savory experience that guests will rave about.
12
Servings
292
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
Bacon
1/4 lb (about 4 thick slices, coarsely chopped)
All-purpose flour
4 cups (plus additional for surface and cutting dough)
Baking powder
1 tablespoon
Baking soda
1 teaspoon
Cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon
Kosher salt
2 teaspoons
Unsalted butter
1 cup (cold, cut into small cubes)
Sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups (slightly packed, coarsely grated)
Chives
1/3 cup (finely chopped)
Thyme leaves
2 tablespoons (packed)
Buttermilk
1 1/2 cups (cold, well-shaken)
Maple syrup
1/4 cup (divided)
Maldon salt
to taste
Fresh ground black pepper
to taste
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
In a medium skillet, add coarsely chopped bacon and cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until the bacon is crispy and the fat is fully rendered, approximately 7 minutes. Once done, use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess fat.
3
Using the bacon fat left in the skillet, brush a 9" x 13" quarter sheet pan, then line it with parchment paper. After that, brush the parchment with additional bacon fat and set the pan aside for later use. Reserve any remaining bacon fat for later.
4
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cayenne pepper, and kosher salt. Add the cold butter, and using a pastry blender or your fingers, incorporate the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse sand with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
5
Fold in the grated cheddar cheese, finely chopped chives, thyme leaves, and crispy bacon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
6
In a separate bowl, combine the cold buttermilk, 1 tablespoon of the reserved bacon fat, and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and use a spatula to mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should hold together.
7
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and gently knead it 2-3 times, just enough to bring it together. Pat the dough into a rectangle measuring about 7" x 11" and 1" thick.
8
Using a floured knife, cut the dough into 12 equal squares (3x4) and carefully transfer the squares to the prepared sheet pan. Place them closely together but ensure they aren't touching.
9
In a small bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon of the reserved bacon fat with the remaining 2 tablespoons of maple syrup. Gently brush this mixture over the tops of the biscuits, then sprinkle with Maldon salt and freshly ground black pepper.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and biscuits are just baked through. If the tops begin to brown too quickly, tent them with foil while baking.
11
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, preferably with a drizzle of maple butter.
Nutrition Information
18.75g
Fat
25g
Carbs
8.33g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Bacon & Cheddar Pull-Apart Biscuits?
These are indulgent buttermilk biscuits featuring crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fragrant herbs, designed to be easily pulled apart and shared.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 12 individual pull-apart biscuits.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each biscuit contains approximately 292 calories.
What is the required oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 425°F (220°C).
How long does it take to cook the bacon?
The coarsely chopped bacon takes approximately 7 minutes to cook until crispy and fully rendered over medium-high heat.
How should the baking pan be prepared?
Brush a 9x13 inch quarter sheet pan with bacon fat, line it with parchment paper, and brush the parchment with additional bacon fat.
What dry ingredients are needed for the dough?
The dry mixture includes 4 cups of all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cayenne pepper, and kosher salt.
How should the butter be incorporated into the flour?
Use a pastry blender or your fingers to work 1 cup of cold, cubed unsalted butter into the flour until it resembles coarse sand with pea-sized pieces.
What kind of cheese is recommended?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of coarsely grated sharp cheddar cheese.
Which herbs are used in this recipe?
The biscuits use 1/3 cup of finely chopped chives and 2 tablespoons of packed thyme leaves.
What liquids are used to make the dough?
The wet ingredients consist of 1 1/2 cups of cold buttermilk, 1 tablespoon of reserved bacon fat, and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup.
Is it important not to overmix the dough?
Yes, you should mix until the wet and dry ingredients are just combined and the dough holds together to ensure a light and fluffy texture.
What are the dimensions for patting out the dough?
Pat the dough into a rectangle approximately 7 inches by 11 inches and 1 inch thick.
How do I cut the biscuits into portions?
Using a floured knife, cut the dough into a 3x4 grid to create 12 equal squares.
What is the topping applied before baking?
The tops are brushed with a mixture of 1 tablespoon bacon fat and 2 tablespoons maple syrup, then sprinkled with Maldon salt and black pepper.
What is the total baking time?
The biscuits should bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
What if the tops of the biscuits brown too quickly?
If the tops are browning too fast before the biscuits are baked through, tent the pan with foil while baking.
How should these biscuits be served?
They are best served warm, ideally with a drizzle of maple butter.
Can these biscuits be served for meals other than breakfast?
Yes, they are suitable for breakfast, brunch, or as a savory side for dinner.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 18.75g of fat.
How much protein is in one biscuit?
Each biscuit provides 8.33g of protein.
What is the carbohydrate content?
There are 25g of carbohydrates per serving.
Does the recipe include any spicy elements?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper for a subtle savory heat.
How much buttermilk is used?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of cold, well-shaken buttermilk.
What is the total amount of maple syrup needed?
A total of 1/4 cup of maple syrup is used, divided between the dough and the glaze.
How many total ingredients are used?
There are 14 distinct ingredients in this recipe.
How much bacon is required?
The recipe calls for 1/4 lb of bacon, which is roughly 4 thick slices.
What is the preparation for the chives?
The chives should be finely chopped to yield 1/3 cup.
How should the biscuits be placed on the pan?
Place the squares closely together on the sheet pan, ensuring they are not quite touching.
What type of salt is used for the topping?
Maldon salt is sprinkled on top of the glaze before the biscuits go into the oven.