Description
These Herbed Cottage Cheese Biscuits are fluffy, savory, and packed with fresh herbs for a flavorful twist on classic biscuits. Made with cottage cheese for added moisture and protein, these biscuits bake up golden and tender, perfect for breakfast or alongside any meal.
Ingredients
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For the Biscuits:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup cottage cheese, full fat or low fat
- ¼ cup milk or buttermilk
- 1 large egg
For the Herb Blend:
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly mixed.
- Cut in the Butter: Add the cold cubed butter to the dry flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or fork, blend the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. This helps create a flaky texture.
- Add Cottage Cheese and Herbs: In a separate bowl, whisk the cottage cheese, milk, and egg together until smooth. Then fold in the chopped fresh chives, parsley, thyme, and optional dill to infuse the dough with herbal aroma and flavor.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the cottage cheese and herb mixture into the flour and butter mixture. Gently stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky to ensure light biscuits.
- Shape the Biscuits: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it down to about 1-inch thickness. Use a biscuit cutter or glass to cut out biscuits and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. Re-roll the scraps and cut additional biscuits until all the dough is used.
- Bake the Biscuits: Brush the tops of the biscuits with a little milk or melted butter to achieve a beautiful golden finish. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the biscuits have puffed up and are golden brown on top.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite spread for a delightful treat.
Notes
- For a stronger herb flavor, finely chop the herbs and increase their quantity slightly.
- Using buttermilk instead of milk can add extra tang and tenderness to the biscuits.
- Use cold butter for flaky biscuits; avoid overworking the dough to prevent toughness.
- These biscuits are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in a warm oven or toaster oven.
- Optional dill adds a fresh, slightly tangy note but can be omitted if unavailable or undesired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Herbed biscuits, Cottage cheese biscuits, Savory biscuits, Herb biscuits, Breakfast biscuits, Easy biscuit recipe
