Healthier Cheddar Bay Biscuits (Red Lobster Copycat)

Servings: 10

• 2 cups Flour
• 1 tbsp. Sugar
• 1 tbsp. Baking Powder
• 1 tbsp. Garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp. Cayenne Pepper
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 3 tbsp. Unsalted Butter, sliced into tablespoon-size cubes
• 3 tbsp. Olive Oil
• 1 1/2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
• 2 tbsp. Parsley or Chives, freshly chopped

For the Garlic Butter Topping:

• 3 tbsp. Butter, melted, or Olive Oil
• 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
• 2 Garlic Cloves, finely minced or grated

1. Preheat oven to 425F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper. Add the garlic and stir to combine.
3. Add the butter and olive oil. Using your hands, work the mixture together until crumb-like texture.
4. Set aside 1/2 cup shredded cheddar.
5. Add the buttermilk, 1 cup shredded cheddar, and chopped parsley. Stir to combine.
6. Using 1/4-1/3 cup batter per biscuit, spread them out on the prepared pan.
7. Add the remaining shredded cheddar on top of the biscuits.
8. Bake for 13-16 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. In the meantime, mix together the melted butter, chopped parsley, and minced garlic.
10. Brush the mixture on top of the baked biscuits. Enjoy warm!