The secret to making these EASY homemade Garlic Cheddar Biscuits lighter is Greek yogurt mixed into the dough! They come out golden brown, light, and so flaky!
Ingredients
• Flour: You’ll need two cups of all-purpose flour.
• Baking Powder: Ensure your baking powder isn’t expired so the biscuits rise.
• Salt: I always use kosher salt for my Greek yogurt dough, but if you use table salt, use less.
• Cold Butter: Whipped butter has a lighter texture, fewer calories, and less fat than stick butter because it has more air. Make sure your butter is cold for the best biscuits.
• Greek Yogurt: You’ll need a thick, fat-free Greek yogurt. Stonyfield and Fage are both good options.
• Garlic: Mince or grate four garlic cloves.
• Cheese: Use two ounces of sharp cheddar cheese.
• Fresh Herbs: Finely chop fresh parsley or chives
How to Cook Cheddar Garlic Biscuits
Step 1. Make the Biscuit Dough: Whisk the dry ingredients with a fork in a large bowl. Cut two tablespoons of butter in with a fork or pastry cutter until no longer visible. Mix in the yogurt, cheese, and half of the garlic with the flour mixture and knead until smooth.
Form the Dough into eight biscuits and slightly flatten until they’re half- inch thick. Place them on a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper and spray them with oil.
Step 2. Bake: Bake them on the top rack of a 375°F-oven for 20 minutes, and then let them rest for 10 minutes.
Step 3. Garlic Butter: Melt the remaining butter in a small pan, add the rest of the garlic, and sauté on low heat until fragrant. Brush the biscuits with the melted butter and top with parsley or fresh chives.