Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1-½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup buttermilk
• ½ cup + 2 tablespoons melted butter divided
• 1 heavy teaspoon dried parsley
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees and prepare a 11×17 baking sheet with parchment paper or non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, baking powder and garlic powder. Mix with a fork until well combined.
3. Add cheese and continue to mix until all of the cheese is fully coated.
4. Add in buttermilk and ½ cup melted butter. Combine well until the mixture is thick and similar to a “wet/loose dough”.
5. Lightly scoop the mixture using a spoon of a ¼ measuring cup and spoon out biscuits onto the baking sheet, dolloping 1-2 heavy spoonfuls. Be sure to leave about 2 inches in between each biscuit.
6. Place the baking sheet inside the oven and bake for 12 minutes.
7. While the biscuits are baking, prepare the topping by combining the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter, dried parsley and garlic powder in a small mixing bowl. Mix well using a fork until well combined.
8. When the biscuits are done, use a silicone brush to brush the melted butter mixture over them immediately.
9. Allow the biscuits to cool on the pan for about 2 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack or serving plate. Serve as a side or appetizer with your favorite meal.