Easy Cheddar Chive Biscuits

Ingredients

• 4 oz Unexpected Cheddar Cheese (grated, from a half block)
• 2 tablespoons Chives (finely chopped)
• 2 cups Bread Flour (sifted if desired)
• 1 teaspoon Himalayan Pink Salt (fine grain)
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tablespoons White Sugar (granulated)
• 1.5 tablespoons Baking Powder (double‑acting)
• 2 cups Heavy Cream (cold, full‑fat)

Instructions

1. Grate Cheese and Chop Chives

   Using a box grater, grate the half block of Unexpected Cheddar. Then finely chop the chives on a cutting board.

   Time: PT3M

2. Combine Dry Ingredients

   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the bread flour, Himalayan pink salt, ground black pepper, white sugar, and baking powder until evenly distributed.

   Time: PT2M

3. Add Cheese and Chives

   Stir the grated cheese and chopped chives into the dry mixture, breaking up any large cheese clumps.

   Time: PT1M

4. Incorporate Heavy Cream

   Pour the cold heavy cream over the mixture and gently stir with a spatula until a soft dough forms. Do not over‑mix.

   Time: PT2M

5. Shape and Portion Dough

   Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, pat it into a 1‑inch thick rectangle, and cut into eight equal squares using the chef’s knife.

   Time: PT2M

6. Prepare Baking Sheet

   Line the baking sheet with parchment paper (optional) and place the biscuit pieces about 2 inches apart.

   Time: PT1M

7. Bake Biscuits

   Bake in a pre‑heated oven at 350°F for 30‑35 minutes, rotating the sheet halfway through for even browning.

   Time: PT35M

   Temperature: 350°F

8. Cool and Serve

   Remove the biscuits from the oven, let them cool on a rack for 5 minutes, then serve warm.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

241

Protein

9.5 g

Carbohydrates

27 g

Fat

13.5 g

Fiber

1 g