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Cheddar Biscuits – A Garlic Scapes Recipe!

May 17, 2019 , Updated October 19, 2020 Maria 10 Comments

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A few cheddar cheese biscuits in a wicker basket.

Cheddar Biscuits is a garlic scapes recipe you are going to love! No need for a box mix. You can make flaky, soft & delicious biscuits every single time from scratch. You won’t believe how easy it is!

Cheddar Biscuits made with garlic scapes in a wicker basket.

I don’t know about you, but I cannot resist freshly baked cheddar biscuits, especially with the addition of garlic scapes.

I’m guessing right now that for those of you that are familiar with garlic scapes, you look forward to the late spring season. Garlic scapes can easily be found at local markets or if you are like me, in your backyard.

For those of you that have no idea what I am referring to, you, my friend, are in for a very special treat.

Garlic scapes are pictured in a garden.

Garlic scapes are those curly flower stalks from the bulbs of hard-neck garlic. They are great to cook and bake with. They have a mild garlic flavor without that signature pungent quality of garlic.

You can find more details on this Garlic Scape Pesto post.

Fluffy garlic scape cheddar biscuits in a wicker basket, set on a blue checkered tea towel.

You might be thinking right now that making cheesy garlic biscuits from scratch is complicated.

Nothing could be further from the truth. In just a few simple steps, you can make the fluffiest, best tasting quick bread recipe… all without a box mix! 

These cheesy biscuits will quickly become one of your favorite recipes! 

Are you ready?

Instructions

The first thing we are going to do is preheat the oven to 450°F / 230°C. Next, line a rimless baking sheet with parchment paper. Set it aside for now.

Chopped up garlic scapes.

Chop 3-4 garlic scapes and set aside. Feel free to use less if you find the flavor too overpowering.

Grated butter about to be incorporated with the dry ingredients to make homemade biscuits.

In a medium-size bowl, whisk together the flour (2 cups), baking powder (4 teaspoons), baking soda (¼ teaspoon), and salt (3/4 teaspoon). Make sure to properly whisk together to evenly distribute the leavening agents.

Using a cheese box grater, grate frozen butter (¼ cup) over the whisked dry ingredients.

Toss gently together; incorporate the grated butter by using your fingertips. 

Minced garlic scapes being incorporated with the dry ingredients.

Add the finely chopped garlic scapes (2-4 tablespoons) and quickly combine them together.

Incorporating the grated cheese in the mixture for the cheese biscuits.

Next up, the cheese. Add some coarsely grated cheese (about 1 cup) and gently combine. A sharp cheddar cheese, mixed with a little Gruyere or even mozzarella works great in this recipe.

I usually use whatever cheeses I have in my fridge.

 

Now it’s time to make a well and add the cold buttermilk (1 cup).

Mix with a wooden spoon until the dough just barely comes together.

A ball of dough in a bowl has been formed by Incorporating the liquids and the dry ingredients.

Notice how the dough comes together rather very quickly.

It is now time to transfer the dough to a floured wooden board and knead gently 4-5 times.

The rolled out dough of cheese biscuits on a wooden board.

Then, with the help of a rolling pin, apply very gentle pressure to roll out the dough to an oval/round shape approximately 1-inch thick. Try not to over-manipulate the dough, as this will result in a very dense biscuit. You can also pat the dough into the desired shape.

Don’t worry if it isn’t the perfect shape. What’s important is to get your biscuits in the oven as quickly as possible with the least amount of manipulation.

Buttermilk Cheese Biscuits that have been cut into wedges, before being baked.

With a very sharp knife, cut the dough into eight wedges.

Transfer to a parchment-lined cookie sheet and bake in a pre-heated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until light golden in color.

Before you know it, you are biting into a warm, fresh-tasting savory biscuit that is guaranteed to be appreciated by all.

A close up of garlic scapes Cheese Biscuits piled on top of each other.

Tips

  • Bake in a preheated oven. This usually takes about 20 minutes or longer. To ensure proper temperature, verify with an oven thermometer.
  • Properly whisk together the dry ingredients. This will ensure even distribution of the leavening agents.
  • Do not over mix the dough. Over mixing creates a very dense biscuit.
  • Do not overbake! Once golden brown in color, remove from the oven.

What is a good substitute for garlic scapes? Garlic cloves or chives make a great replacement. You will need about 1 clove or ¼ cup respectfully. 

What’s the secret to fluffy biscuits? Use frozen grated butter and “rub” evenly with the dry ingredients (credit: chef Michael Smith).

What is a substitute for buttermilk? You can substitute buttermilk with sour milk. Measure 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and add milk to make 1 cup; stir and allow to stand for 5 minutes. Can also be replaced by yogurt (same amount).

A basket of Cheese Biscuits surrounded by fresh garlic scapes.

Recipe origins

My go-to Buttermilk Biscuits recipe is one I adapted from Alton Brown, many years ago.

There are truly endless variations to this recipe and today I am sharing my spring version of cheddar cheese biscuits. 

These savory biscuits, along with these cheddar muffins, are an easy side dish to make throughout the year. One of my favorite dishes to serve it with is this Corn Potato Chowder. I also 

What would you serve with these homemade cheese biscuits with?

I would love to hear about it! 

A wicker basket of Cheese Biscuits set over a checkered blue tea towel.

THANKS SO MUCH for following and being part of the She Loves Biscotti community where you will find Simple & Tasty Family-Friendly Recipes with an Italian Twist.

Ciao for now,

Maria

★★★★★ If you have made this recipe for garlic cheese biscuits, I would love to hear about it in the comments below and be sure to rate the recipe!

Fluffy garlic scape cheddar biscuits in a wicker basket, set on a blue checkered tea towel.

Cheddar Biscuits - A Garlic Scapes Recipe!

Cheddar Biscuits is a garlic scapes recipe you are going to love! No need for a box mix. You can make flaky, soft & delicious biscuits every single time from scratch. You won't believe how easy it is!
5 from 3 votes
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Course: Brunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8 biscuits
Calories: 246kcal
Author: Maria Vannelli RD

Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour all purpose
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup butter frozen
  • 2-4 tablespoons garlic scapes finely chopped (about 3-4)
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
  • 1 cup buttermilk cold
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450° F / 230° C. 
  • Line a rimless baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, sift together all the dry ingredients.
  • Using a cheese box grater, grate frozen butter over dry ingredients.
  • Toss gently to incorporate the butter.
  • Add the garlic scapes and cheddar cheese and quickly combine together.
  • Make a well and pour in the cold buttermilk.
  • Stir until just combined (I use a wooden spoon).
  • Turn out onto a lightly floured surface.
  • Knead gently 4-5 times and then pat into a 1-1½" thick rectangle or round/oval. Can also use a rolling pin.
  • Cut into rectangles or wedges (this avoids any left over scraps you would get by using a round cutter).
  • Place close together on parchment paper.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until fluffy and golden brown.
  • Best served the day they are made.
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Notes

  • Bake in a preheated oven. This usually takes about 20 minutes or longer. To ensure proper temperature, verify with an oven thermometer.
  • Properly whisk together the dry ingredients. This will ensure even distribution of the leavening agents.
  • Do not over mix the dough. Over mixing creates a very dense biscuit.
  • Do not over bake! Once golden brown in color, remove from the oven.
What is a good substitute for garlic scapes? Garlic cloves or chives make a great replacement. You will need about 1 clove and ¼ cup respectfully. 
What's the secret to fluffy biscuits? Use frozen grated butter and "rub evenly with the dry ingredients (credit: chef Michael Smith).
What is a substitute for buttermilk? You can substitute buttermilk with sour milk. Measure 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and add milk to make 1 cup; stir and allow to stand for 5 minutes. Can also be replaced by yogurt (same amount).
Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided below is just a rough estimate and variations can occur depending on the specific ingredients used. 
*Adapted slightly from Alton Brown
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 424mg | Potassium: 289mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 370IU | Vitamin C: 0.9mg | Calcium: 235mg | Iron: 1.8mg
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This post was originally published on July 8, 2017 and republished on May 17, 2019 with updated content.

 

 
 

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About Maria

Maria Vannelli is a registered dietitian who lives in a suburb just outside Montreal, Canada. She's the founder of the food blog She Loves Biscotti. Maria hopes to inspire you and bring you and your loved ones closer together at meal times enabling you to create some memorable moments.

Comments

  1. your pal val says

    March 21, 2020 at 22:41

    5 stars
    Made these biscuits tonight, they were such a hit that I have nothing left!!! I guess I’ll have to make more tomorrow lol 🙂

    Reply
    • Maria says

      March 21, 2020 at 22:47

      How wonderful Val! Thrilled to hear you all enjoyed them!

      Reply
  2. Barbarito-Levitt Paula says

    July 10, 2017 at 20:40

    Just love this idea and why not biscuits. I had never cooked with garlic scapes but look forward to doing soon now that you have opened my eyes.

    Reply
    • Maria says

      July 11, 2017 at 06:52

      I can only imagine the taste of using garlic scapes to top a pizza made in your fantastic backyard pizza oven… I’m drooling just thinking about it.
      Thanks for dropping by Paula ♥

      Reply
  3. Elaine @Flavour and Savour says

    July 10, 2017 at 10:08

    5 stars
    I just cut 100 scapes in my garlic patch. I never thought about adding them to biscuits! Great idea.

    Reply
    • Maria says

      July 10, 2017 at 18:22

      Amazing!!! They are truly such a treat. Look forward to having them every year. Thanks for dropping by Elaine ♥

      Reply
  4. Diane says

    July 9, 2017 at 16:15

    Allo Maria, j’ai cuisiné ces délicieux scones cet après-midi. Tes explications sont très claires.

    Grazie e un abbraccio !!

    Reply
    • Maria says

      July 9, 2017 at 16:22

      Merveilleux Diane! Ils sont tellement apprécié chez nous que j’en ai fait 2 batch cette fin de semaine. Merci beaucoup pour ton commentaire ♥♥♥

      Reply
  5. 2pots2cook says

    July 9, 2017 at 02:31

    5 stars
    Maria dear, this is going to be my breakfast today ! Grazie mille ! Ciao !

    Reply
    • Maria says

      July 9, 2017 at 07:48

      You are going to love it ♥ Thanks for dropping by 🙂

      Reply

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