Description
Mapleturkey Bacon Cheddar Biscuits are the perfect blend of sweet and savory, making them a family favorite! These soft, flaky biscuits feature crispy turkey bacon and rich cheddar cheese, all enhanced by a touch of maple syrup. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a delightful snack, this recipe is quick to prepare and freezer-friendly, ensuring you always have a delicious treat on hand. Impress your guests with these unique biscuits that cater to even the pickiest eaters!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices turkey bacon (diced)
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (frozen)
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk
- 6 tablespoons maple syrup (divided)
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook turkey bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat until crispy; drain excess fat.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, cheddar cheese, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Stir in the cooked turkey bacon.
- Grate frozen butter and mix it into the dry ingredients until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk buttermilk and 4 tablespoons of maple syrup; add to the dry mixture and stir gently to form dough.
- On a floured surface, knead dough lightly and roll out to about 1¼ inches thick. Cut out biscuits using a cutter.
- Freeze cut biscuits for 15 minutes before baking for optimal flakiness.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix remaining maple syrup with melted butter and brush over warm biscuits before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg