Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits
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These copycat biscuits are so easy to make in just 30 min! So buttery, so flaky, and so irresistibly good!
I have the fondest memories of Red Lobster. It was always our go-to place for big familial celebrations, particularly for our birthdays. And since we never went out for dinner, it was always a huge deal to eat out. It was as if we had won the lottery. But other than the lobster, there was something else on the menu that was just as lottery-worthy. It was, of course, the cheddar bay biscuits.
I don’t know about you guys but I absolutely love discovering copycat recipes. From this Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana to this PF Chang’s Mongolian Beef, I am having a blast recreating some of my childhood favorites. And these cheddar bay biscuits are no exception. The best part about it is that it only takes 30 min to make start to finish. You’ll have the flakiest, most fluffy biscuit you could possibly dream of (even better than the restaurant version), with a hint of spiciness from the cayenne pepper. And with that melted butter brushed right on, it is absolute perfection. Just be sure to grab these hot from the oven. There’s nothing quite like it.Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
For the topping
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, garlic powder, salt and cayenne pepper, if using.
- In a large glass measuring cup or another bowl, whisk together buttermilk and butter. Pour mixture over dry ingredients and stir using a rubber spatula just until moist. Gently fold in cheese.
- Working on a lightly floured surface, knead the dough 3-4 times until it comes together. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough into a 1 1/4-inch thick rectangle. Cut out 10-12 rounds using a 2 1/2-inch biscuit or cookie cutter.
- Place into oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
for the topping
- Whisk together butter, parsley and garlic powder in a small bowl. Working one at a time, brush the tops of the biscuits with the butter mixture.
- Serve immediately.
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I found these a little too sweet for a savory biscuit. Otherwise good. Will half the sugar next time. Onion powder would be a nice addition.
Would really love to know if you can make it ahead and freeze before baking.
I did just that and they were great. I froze individual biscuits and just popped a few in the oven at a time.
I would love a version of this using Bisquick.
I made these tonight because my grandson loves the ones from Red Lobster. They were a big hit; they said they were better than RL! Thanks so much for sharing!
I made these biscuits today and they were amazing. I made them as drop biscuits using a 1/4 cup. My husband took 2 bites and said they were better than the frozen ones.
I made this tonight. It turned out absolutely fantastic. I didn’t have any buttermilk so I used 2% milk. I also added some more seasonings like pepper, basil and onion powder. I baked them in muffin tins at the same time and temp that’s in the recipe.
My go to recipe. Love love love this biscuits as well as my family. Thank you, super goood!
Question:
Can these biscuits be pre-made, formed and frozen before baking?
Or, put in the fridge for 1 day before baking.
Thank you.
I filled silicone muffin pans rather than rolling and cutting these out, but the taste and texture of the was amazing – thanks!
Recipe was so good!!! The biscuits turned out perfect!!!
I make these at thanksgiving and Christmas every year and my family goes crazy over these! This recipe is delicious. I like making this from scratch rather than a box. These will not disappoint but they will disappear!
I see the recipe has changed from being a drop biscuit to rolled. Has the actual recipe changed at all? Darn, this is why you should print your favorite recipes people! I’m sure these are still fantastic but I loved the ease of drop biscuits.
I noticed the same thing but not until I got to that step in the recipe (because I thought I already knew what to expect). Don’t have time or tools to roll and cut so I’m putting them in the oven as drop biscuits and going to see what happens. Fingers crossed!
I noticed the same, I wish there was a note that indicated the change. I revisited this recipe after several years and it took me by surprise.
Hi, can this recipe be made in advance? If the dough can be refrigerated or frozen, for how long? Or can the biscuits be baked, frozen and reheated? If so, for how long and what temp? Thanks!
Great recipe I had to add a bit more flour but honestly taste just like red lobsters
I also made my buttermilk by putting 1 tbsp of vinegar into a 1 cup measuring cup and filling the rest with milk
Delicious would 1000% recommend. i especially love the melted butter garlic parsley topping.
These biscuits turned out great! Definitely a recipe we will keep handy.
2 things I decided to try as part of this recipe, added 1/3 cup fresh chives chopped very fine, and I substituted a shredded habanero cheese to give them a little heat!
Love love love these. They are the tastiest biscuits ever. I had the grilled rainbow trout at Red Lobster, recently. It was the best. Moist and flavorful. Could you ever get that recipe. I’d love it.
Love these biscuits!! I don’t roll and cut. I make drop biscuits to save time and also brush them with butter when they come out of the oven. Love the crispy edges of the drop biscuit. Also substitute lemon juice and milk for the buttermilk.