Save Fluffy, cheesy biscuits with tangy cranberries and a subtle jalapeño kick, inspired by the classic festive dip. Perfect as an appetizer or holiday side that brings warmth and color to your table.
I first made these biscuits for a friendsgiving potluck, and they quickly disappeared. The blend of cheddar and cranberry surprises everyone—in the best way! Jalapeño gives a gentle warmth that pairs so well with the cheese.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250 g)
- Baking powder: 1 tbsp
- Sugar: 1 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp
- Unsalted butter (cold, cubed): 1/2 cup (115 g)
- Buttermilk (cold): 3/4 cup (180 ml)
- Large egg: 1
- Sharp cheddar cheese (shredded): 1 cup (120 g)
- Dried cranberries (roughly chopped): 1/2 cup (60 g)
- Jalapeño (seeded, finely diced): 1 small
- Fresh chives (finely chopped, optional): 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and garlic powder.
- Add Butter:
- Cut cold, cubed butter into the dry mixture with a pastry cutter or fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Incorporate Flavor:
- Stir in cheddar cheese, cranberries, jalapeño, and chives.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- Whisk buttermilk and egg in a small bowl, then pour into dry mixture and stir until just combined.
- Shape Dough:
- Turn dough onto lightly floured surface, gently pat into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick rectangle.
- Cut Biscuits:
- Cut dough with a 2.5-inch (6 cm) round cutter, place biscuits on baking sheet. Gather scraps and repeat as needed.
- Bake:
- Bake for 16–18 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve:
- Cool slightly on wire rack. Serve warm, optionally with cranberry jalapeño dip or whipped butter.
Save Our family loves sharing these biscuits at holiday meals. My little sister always sneaks one straight from the oven when they're extra warm and buttery!
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, pastry cutter or fork, baking sheet, parchment paper, biscuit cutter, whisk
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (butter, cheese, buttermilk), egg, and gluten (wheat flour). Always check ingredient labels if you have allergies.
Nutritional Information
Per biscuit: 210 calories, 10 g total fat, 24 g carbohydrates, 6 g protein
Save These biscuits brighten every occasion with their cheerful colors and tangy bite. Enjoy warm and savor all the festive flavors in every fluffy piece.
Recipe Guide
- → Can I use fresh cranberries instead of dried?
Yes, coarsely chop fresh cranberries and toss with a little sugar. Expect a more tart flavor and moister biscuits.
- → How do I adjust the spice level?
For more heat, keep some jalapeño seeds or add a pinch of cayenne pepper. Remove seeds for a milder kick.
- → Is there a substitute for buttermilk?
You can use 3/4 cup milk combined with 1 teaspoon lemon juice as a quick buttermilk alternative.
- → Can these biscuits be frozen?
Absolutely. Freeze baked biscuits and reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 10 minutes for best results.
- → What makes biscuits fluffy?
Ensuring cold butter, not overmixing the dough, and using buttermilk helps create a tender, fluffy texture.
- → Are these biscuits vegetarian?
Yes, they contain dairy and egg but no meat products, making them suitable for a vegetarian diet.