July 20th, 2009 by Richard Julien

Aged cheddar and Scallion Biscuits

2.5 cups all purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
2.5 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
½ cup cold butter
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
¼ cup sliced scallions
½ cup aged white cheddar

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 400 F
  2. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper
  3. Measure flour, sugar, baking powder, soda, and salt into a large bowl
  4. Using a box grater – grate cold butter into the four mix – mix well
  5. Add sliced scallion and cheddar
  6. Create a well in the center of the butter/flour mix and add egg and buttermilk
  7. Using clean hands mix together gently – do not over work the dough!
  8. Portion 12 drop dough biscuits onto prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 10 – 12 minutes until a golden brown
  10. Remove and rest for 5 minutes – serve warm

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