Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits Recipe
This Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits Recipe combines flaky biscuits with bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, buttermilk, butter, and maple syrup for the perfect sweet-savory bite.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium bowl
- Whisk
- Pastry cutter or fork
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Biscuit cutter or drinking glass
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives optional
Optional maple glaze:
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. A hot oven helps biscuits rise quickly and develop golden tops.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. This evenly distributes the leavening agents so the biscuits rise properly.
Step 3: Cut in the Butter
- Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or fork to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with small pea-sized pieces of butter.
- These small butter pockets are what create flaky biscuit layers.
Step 4: Add Bacon and Cheese
- Gently stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. Distribute them evenly throughout the flour mixture so every biscuit gets plenty of flavor.
Step 5: Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and maple syrup.
- Pour the mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the biscuits tough.
Step 6: Shape the Dough
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
- Fold the dough over itself two or three times. This simple folding technique helps create layered biscuits.
Step 7: Cut the Biscuits
- Use a biscuit cutter or glass to cut out rounds. Place them on the prepared baking sheet with the edges slightly touching for soft sides.
Step 8: Bake Until Golden
- Bake the biscuits for 13–15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese begins to bubble slightly.
Step 9: Optional Maple Butter Glaze
- Brush warm biscuits with a mixture of melted butter and maple syrup for an extra glossy, flavorful finish.