Cheddar Bay Biscuits

This Red Lobster copycat Cheddar Bay Biscuits recipe is buttery, cheesy, and can be made in the comfort of your own home. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, these biscuits melt in your mouth and are sure to be a new family favorite!

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Have you ever been to Red Lobster? Growing up, my parents took my brother and I a few times each year because to us, it was considered a fancy restaurant. I wasn’t a big seafood fan, so I always stuck to salmon, but my parents and brother would get their shrimp and lobster platters. It was something we looked forward to and when that basket of their famous Red Lobster biscuits came out, my parents had to stop me from devouring it all on my own. Something about the texture, butter, salt, and overall flavor of each and every biscuit. YUMMY! Now, with this simple recipe, you can make the biscuit red lobster recipe anytime that craving hits!

More Copycat Recipes To Try

Love a good copycat recipe? Try these family favorites out:

• Copycat Panera Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
• Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme
• Cheesecake Factory Cajun Jambalaya Pasta
• Olive Garden Creamy Gnocchi Soup
• Chick Fil A Chicken Tortilla Soup

Cheddar Bay Biscuit Recipe Ingredient Notes

Below is a brief overview of each ingredient needed. To see printable recipe card, scroll to the bottom.

BISCUITS

• Flour– you’ll want to use all purpose flour for this recipe.
• Sugar– this adds just a hint of sweetness to the savory taste of each biscuit and balances the flavor perfectly.
• Baking Powder/ Salt– this combination gives the biscuits their texture and rise. Ensure freshness by changing out your baking powder every 6 months.
• Garlic Powder– you can use fresh minced garlic if preferred, but powder is my favorite way to go.
• Cayenne Pepper– just a dash adds a ton of flavor.
• Buttermilk– see substitution below if you don’t have any on hand. This helps keep these biscuits soft and rich.
• Butter– I use unsalted butter to control the sodium, however salted butter works great too.
• Cheese– shredded sharp Cheddar cheese is best. Adds a sharp and savory flavor.

TOPPING

• Butter– you’ll want to melt this so you can brush it over the cooked biscuits.
• Parsley– fresh or dried Parsley work great. Adds a nice color and peppery touch to the butter mixture brushed on the biscuits
• Garlic Powder– you’ll mix this into the butter mixture prior to brushing on top of each biscuit.

How to make Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper.
2.  In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk and ½ cup unsalted butter.
3. Pour mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until just moist.
4. Fold in the cheese.
5. Using a ¼ cup measuring cup, scoop the biscuit dough by spoonfuls onto a prepared, lined baking sheet (lined with tin foil, parchment paper, or a silicone baking mat) like drop biscuits.
6. Bake in a preheated oven, at 450 degrees, for about 10-12 minutes, or until slightly golden brown.
7. Remove from oven once baked, and in a small bowl, whisk together the unsalted butter, parsley, and garlic powder.
8.  Brush melted garlic butter mixture onto the tops of the biscuits while still are hot. Serve!!

Pro Tips for Red Lobsters Biscuits

• Feel free to add more herbs/seasoning to the butter mixture brushed on top. Old Bay Seasoning, Italian Seasoning, Oregano, Basil, and/or Red Pepper Flakes are great options. You can also omit the Cayenne Pepper if preferred.
• Use whichever cheese you desire if you want to change it up from Cheddar Cheese. Pepper Jack, Parmesan, or Gouda are great options.
• Keep the dough chilled until ready to scoop so it is easier to work with.
• If you want a shortcut version, try THIS recipe as it offers the same great flavor, but starts with pre-made biscuits instead of making them from scratch.
• If you are looking for a tasty casserole, this Chicken Cobbler is a favorite and uses Red Lobster Cheddar Biscuits as the topping.
• This recipe makes about 12 biscuits. Feel free to double if you need more.

Storing Cheddar Bay Biscuits

• Allow leftover biscuits to fully cool to room temperature before storing in an airtight container. If storing at room temperature,  they are good for about 2-3 days. If storing in the refrigerator, they are good for about 4 days.
• To freeze, place biscuits in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months.
• Reheating: wrap them in foil and bake for about 7 minutes in a 350° F oven, until warmed through. Or, use the microwave in 30 second increments until heated through.
• I don’t recommend making the dough too far in advance as they don’t seem to have the same rise and texture if dough sits longer than about 2 hours. If you need to prepare in advance, just combine the dry ingredients and add liquid when ready to cook.

Buttermilk Substitute

If you don’t have buttermilk on hand and don’t want to buy any, try this handy substitution:

• Pour 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice in a glass measuring cup. Fill the rest up with milk until you reach the 1 cup line. Let mixture sit for 5-10 minutes. The mixture will look curdled. This is the perfect substitute and for this recipe, you will use the full cup.

What to serve with Cheddar Bay Biscuits from Red Lobster

• Creamy Potato Soup
• Ultimate Chicken Noodle Soup
• One Pot Lasagna Soup
• Melt in Your Mouth Chicken
• Easy Chicken Piccata Pasta

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Cheddar Bay Biscuits (Red Lobster Copycat Recipe)

Recipe by: Kristin

Learn how to make the famous Cheddar Bay Biscuits from Red Lobster at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. These cheesy, buttery biscuits are sure to become a family favorite.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 17 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 12

Calories 245 kcal

Equipment

• Cookie Sheet
• Mixing Bowls
• Pastry Brush

Ingredients

  

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BISCUITS

• 2 cups flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 dash Cayenne pepper
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• ½ cup unsalted butter *melted
• 1 ½ cups Cheddar cheese *shredded

TOPPING

• 3 tablespoon unsalted butter *melted
• 1 tablespoon Parsley leaves
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

 

• In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper.
•  In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk and ½ cup unsalted butter. 
• Pour mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until just moist. 
• Fold in the Cheddar cheese.
• Using a ¼ cup measuring cup, scoop the mixture onto a baking sheet (lined with tin foil or a silicone baking mat).
• Bake in a preheated oven, at 450 degrees, for about 10-12 minutes, or until slightly golden brown. 
• Remove from oven once baked, and in a small bowl, combine the unsalted butter, parsley, and garlic powder. 
•  Brush mixture onto the biscuits while biscuits are hot. Serve!!

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuitCalories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 7gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 314mgPotassium: 76mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 530IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 191mgIron: 1mg

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