Bacon Cheddar Chive Biscuits Recipe | Savory Flaky Biscuits
Bake bacon cheddar chive biscuits for a savory treat. Flaky, buttery biscuits filled with smoky bacon, sharp cheddar, and fresh chives — perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner sides.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk & spatula
- Pastry cutter or food processor
- Baking sheet + parchment paper
- Biscuit cutter or round glass
- Microplane for cheese/garlic
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or self-rising)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- ¾ cup cold buttermilk
- 1 cup sharp cheddar, freshly grated
- ½ cup cooked bacon, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- Prep bacon: Cook until crisp, drain, and chop finely.
- Mix dry ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper.
- Cut in butter: Add cold butter cubes; cut into pea-sized pieces.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in buttermilk gently until just combined.
- Fold in add-ins: Mix in bacon, cheddar, and chives.
- Shape biscuits: Pat dough into 1-inch thickness; cut rounds with biscuit cutter.
- Bake: Place on parchment-lined sheet. Bake at 425°F for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with butter, honey, or alongside soups.
Notes
- Make-ahead: Freeze unbaked biscuits; bake straight from frozen with 2–3 extra minutes.
- Variations: Try jalapeños for spice, rosemary for herbs, or maple drizzle for sweet-savory flair.
- Tip: Keep butter cold and handle dough lightly for maximum flakiness.