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Ham and Cheese Butter Biscuits

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Ham and Cheese Butter Biscuits

Delicious Ham and Cheese Butter Biscuits that are quick to prepare and perfect for breakfast or dinner gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 biscuits
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuits
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Swap for whole wheat flour for a heartier biscuit.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Make sure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your dietary needs.
  • 1/2 cup Cold Unsalted Butter (cubed) Do not use melted butter.
  • 3/4 cup Cold Buttermilk (or regular milk) Buttermilk gives extra tenderness.
  • 1 Egg for wash Skip for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Switch to mozzarella for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Cooked Diced Ham Omit for a vegetarian version.
Optional Flavor Enhancers
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Feel free to omit for a simpler taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can be replaced with finely chopped onions.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Chopped Parsley or Chives Adds a pop of color and flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Pastry Cutter
  • Round cutter
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Add cold cubed butter to the dry mixture and work until coarse crumbs form.
  4. Pour in the cold buttermilk and mix gently until the dough just comes together.
  5. Lightly flour your work surface and pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
  6. To laminate, flatten the dough, fold into thirds, rotate and repeat 2-3 times.
  7. Roll out the dough to about 1.5 cm (½ inch) thick and cut with a round cutter.
  8. On half of the rounds, place shredded cheddar cheese and diced ham, then top with remaining rounds.
  9. Brush the tops with egg wash and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Let cool slightly and garnish with fresh chopped parsley or chives before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuitCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep butter cold for flakiness; avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness. You can prepare the dough in advance and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

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