Bisquick Cheddar Biscuits
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My Old Bay Bisquick Cheddar Biscuits are comfort food with a coastal twist. Sharp cheddar melts into every bite, while Old Bay seasoning adds that unmistakable kick of warmth and spice. They’re quick to make, endlessly snackable, and perfect alongside soups, seafood, or straight from the oven with a swipe of butter.
These biscuits pair so well with my easy Italian Chicken and my tempting Chicken Pot Pie Recipe. Truly these cheddar biscuits are great how ever you eat them.
Why this Bisquick Cheddar Biscuits Recipe Works
They’re perfect for busy weeknights, cozy weekends, or anytime you want to add a homemade touch to dinner. Whether you’re serving seafood, soup, or just want a warm bite to share, these biscuits feel like a little gift from the oven.
- Speed and Simplicity: Using Bisquick as the base cuts down on measuring multiple dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, salt), making the prep time incredibly fast.
- Irresistible Flavor Profile: It combines the rich, savory notes of cheddar cheese with the distinctive, aromatic spice of Old Bay seasoning and a buttery, garlicky finish. The cheesy flavor is bold and highly addictive.
- Perfect Texture: Baking at a high temperature yields a biscuit that is fluffy and tender on the inside with a crisp, buttery crust on the outside.
- Versatility: These biscuits pair perfectly with almost any meal, especially seafood and comforting soups/chilis. They taste like a cheddar bay biscuit from red lobster.
Can I Use a Different Cheese in these Copycat Red Lobster Biscuits?
Of course. While sharp cheddar is traditional for the best flavor, you can substitute it with Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or even a Gruyère for a different twist on these cheese-garlic biscuits.
Fun Fact About Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Despite its seafood fame, Old Bay’s 18-spice blend, including celery salt, paprika, and black pepper is now used on everything from fries to popcorn to ice cream
Ingredient Notes for Easy Cheddar Biscuits with Bisquick
Together, these ingredients create a biscuit that’s buttery, flavorful, and just a little bit nostalgic. They are easy enough for weeknights, special enough for sharing. The butter, garlic powder and parsley and seasoning are always a hit.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Bisquick: This pantry staple simplifies biscuit making. It is the perfect blend of flour, leavening and fat.
- Old Bay Seasoning: With its blend of celery salt, paprika, and warming spices, Old Bay adds a savory, coastal kick that pairs beautifully with cheddar. It’s bold but balanced, giving the biscuits a crave-worthy depth.
- Cheddar Cheese: Sharp cheddar melts into the dough, adding richness and a salty bite that complements the seasoning. It also creates those golden, crispy edges that make every biscuit feel indulgent. These famous biscuits are great topped with garlic butter.
Variations and Substitutions for Bisquick Cheddar Bay Biscuits
You can add different cheeses and extra flavor with seasonings and crispy bacon to the sharp cheddar cheese garlic biscuits. Make these biscuits as an easy copycat recipe for red lobster garlic cheddar biscuits.
- Milk: Use buttermilk instead of regular milk for a slightly tangier flavor and even tenderer biscuit (you may need a tiny bit more liquid).
- Old Bay: If you don’t have Old Bay, you can create a similar savory blend with paprika, celery salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, but the distinctive flavor will be slightly different.
- Smoky: Use smoked paprika in the butter topping blend for these cheesy biscuit recipe.
- Bacon: Stir 1/4 cup of cooked, crumbled bacon into the biscuit dough before scooping.
Special Equipment Needed for Cheddar Garlic Biscuits
You do not need may things to make this easy side dish but I do recommend using parchment paper for the easy recipe like red lobster.
- Parchment Paper or Silicone Mat (Recommended): To line the baking sheet for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
How to Make Bisquick Cheddar Biscuits
You can make this recipe for cheesy biscuits any day of the week with bisquick baking mix and shredded cheddar. This great recipe is perfect when you want a nice warm biscuits.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Prep and Mix: First, preheat the oven and then mix the topping ingredients together.
- Drop: Mix the ingredients until a dough forms and drop on a parchment lined baking tray. For more even biscuits you can use a cookie scoop.
- Bake: Bake the biscuits until golden brown and on top of the biscuits with the old bay garlic herb butter.
Prep Ahead Suggestions for Bisquick Mix Biscuits
These cheddar bay biscuits recipe comes together quickly but there are always ways to get a jump on this vintage recipe.
- Shred the Cheese: Shredding your own cheese is highly recommended as it melts better than pre-shredded so you get the best garlic cheese biscuits. Do this up to a week in advance.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Mix the Bisquick, shredded cheese, and any dry spices (like cayenne, if using) and store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Freeze the Dough (Best Option): Mix the dough completely, scoop the mounds onto a parchment-lined sheet, and freeze them solid. Once frozen, transfer the dough balls to a freezer bag.
Alternate Methods for Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits
You can make a few and pop them into your air fryer or you can make a big batches into muffin tins. They are the perfect way to make cheddar bay biscuits at home.
- Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the dough mounds in a single layer in the basket. Cook for 6–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown. Brush with the butter topping immediately.
- Muffin Tin: For perfectly round, uniform biscuits, you can scoop the dough into greased muffin cups. This will slightly alter the shape but ensures even baking of this cheddar bay biscuit copycat recipe.
Store, Reheat and Use Leftovers Copycat Cheddar Bay Biscuits
I love serving these fluffy bisquick cheddar cheese and garlic biscuits fresh and warm from the oven.
- Store (Baked): Store cooled biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days.
- Reheat: The best way to refresh them is in a toaster oven or conventional oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5-7 minutes. This warms them through and slightly crisps the crust. Microwaving is quick but will make them soft and chewy.
- Use Leftovers: Mini Sandwiches: Split and use for leftover ham, turkey, or pulled pork sliders. Croutons: Cube old biscuits, toss with a little extra Old Bay, and toast in the oven until crunchy for a savory topping for soups or salads. Use the biscuits in place of bread for a savory or semi-sweet bread pudding.
Common Questions About This Copycat Recipe for Cheese Biscuits
This is almost always due to over-mixing the dough. Once you add the wet ingredients, stop stirring as soon as the flour is incorporated and no dry streaks remain. Over-mixing develops the gluten, resulting in a tough biscuit.
Most Bisquick drop biscuit recipes use milk/liquid to activate the mix. For a lighter texture, some variations call for cold, cubed butter cut into the mix, which creates steam pockets when baked. However, the easiest versions simply stir in milk and melted butter.
Expert Tips for Making Garlic Butter Cheddar Biscuits
There are so quick and easy ways to make this bisquick recipe even better. Check out the tips and tricks below.
- Don’t Skimp on the Topping: The Old Bay garlic butter topping is the signature flavor. Apply it generously and immediately after the biscuits come out of the oven so the butter soaks in while they are hot. And don’t skip on the garlic powder.
- High Heat is Key: Bake at the recommended high temperature (usually 425°F or 450°F) to ensure a quick rise and a crispy exterior before the inside overcooks.
- Drop, Don’t Roll: These are “drop biscuits.” The lack of kneading is what keeps them tender. Simply use a large spoon or ice cream scoop to drop the dough onto the baking sheet.
- Freshly Shredded Cheese: Using sharp cheddar you shred yourself yields better flavor and a creamier melt than pre-shredded cheese.
- Serve this cheddar drop biscuits recipe with: Bacon Cheddar Soup, Air Fryer Ham and my Pumpkin Spice Cake.
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Bisquik Cheddar Biscuits
Ingredients
Biscuits
- 2 cups Bisquick Mix
- ¾ cup Milk
- ¼ cup Butter, melted
- ¾ cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
Topping
- ⅓ cup Butter, melted
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ¼ teaspoon Parsley
Instructions
- Pre heat oven to 425°F. In small bowl, stir together Topping ingredients; set aside.
- In medium bowl, stir Biscuit ingredients until soft dough forms. Drop dough by 8 spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake 16 to 18 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown. Immediately brush hot biscuits with Topping.
Christina’s Notes
- Use cold ingredients: Keep your butter, cheese, and even your milk cold. This helps create steam pockets during baking, giving the biscuits a tender, flaky texture.
- Grate your own cheddar: Pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that can affect melt and texture. Freshly grated sharp cheddar melts better and adds richer flavor.
• Don’t overmix: Stir just until the dough comes together. Overmixing activates gluten, which can make biscuits tough instead of tender.
• Chill before baking: After shaping, chill the biscuits for 10–15 minutes. This helps them hold their shape and improves rise.
• Brush with butter: A quick swipe of melted butter after baking adds shine and richness. For extra flavor, mix in a pinch of Old Bay or garlic powder.
• Bake on parchment: It prevents sticking and promotes even browning without over-crisping the bottoms.
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