Cheddar Bay Biscuit Recipe - Peanut Butter and Jilly (2024)

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If you've ever been to Red Lobster, then you know about those delicious, buttery, fluffy cheddar bay biscuits that they bring before your meals. Now, you can enjoy them from the comfort of your own in minutes. This Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Recipe is vegan and gluten-free friendly. They are so delicious that they will melt in your mouth! Everyone will love these Cheddar Bay Biscuits and no one will miss the ones at Red Lobster!

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Cheddar Bay Biscuit Recipe Ingredients

  • Melted Vegan Butter: To make these vegan cheddar bay biscuits, we use melted vegan butter (or regular butter if you're not vegan or dairy-free) in the biscuit dough. And, just like at Red Lobster, we also brush the top with melted butter.
  • Plant-based Milk: Use unsweetened oat or almond milk to make the vegan biscuit dough. Regular milk will also work if you're not vegan or dairy-free.
  • Baking Powder: Use baking powder to help the copycat Red Lobster biscuits rise.
  • All Purpose Flour: Use regular or gluten-free all purpose flour. My favorite gluten-free flour is Cup4Cup or King Arthur Measure for Measure.
  • Parsley: Freshly chopped parsley is used to top those delicious golden brown biscuits.
  • Cheddar Cheese: We use cheddar cheese in the biscuit dough to make these just like Red Lobster biscuits! Use regular or vegan cheddar cheese shreds.
  • Salt and Garlic: Salt and garlic powder are both used to flavor the biscuits.
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How To Make Homemade Cheddar Bay Biscuits

This copycat red lobster biscuit recipe is so easy! No kneading the dough or cutting the dough required. Just mix, bake, brush with butter, and enjoy warm!

Step 1: Preheat the oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

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Step 2: Mix the melted vegan butter with the plant-based milk, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder. Then, add the flour and mix until a thick biscuit dough forms. Fold in the cheddar cheese shreds and the chopped parsley. Use a spoon to drop a large heaping tablespoon of the biscuit dough onto the baking sheet. Repeat until all of the dough is used. You should have about 12 biscuits.

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Step 3: Bake in the oven, and then broil for the last 1-2 minutes until the biscuits are golden brown. Brush with melted vegan butter before serving warm.

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What To Serve With These Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Wondering what to serve with these warm and delicious vegan cheddar bay biscuits? Here are some ideas for you!

  • Easy Vegan Tomato Basil Soup
  • Vegetable White Bean and Rice Soup
  • Easy Vegan Chili
  • Black-Eyed Peas and Collard Greens

How To Freeze Cheddar Bay Biscuits

You can freeze the leftover cheddar bay biscuits by allowing them to cool completely before storing them in a plastic bag. Reheat in the microwave when you're ready to serve.

How To Store Leftover Cheddar Bay Biscuits

You can store the leftover cheddar bay biscuits on the counter top in an air sealed container or plastic bag for up to 3 days. I do not recommend refrigerating them as it will dry them out.

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More Biscuit Recipes to Try

  • Vegan Drop Biscuits
  • Everything Bagel Drop Biscuits
  • Rosemary Maple Drop Biscuits

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Cheddar Bay Biscuits

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These cheddar bay biscuits are savory, cheesy, and so delicious! They're golden on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and will remind you of a red lobster biscuit! These vegan drop biscuits are also super easy and family friendly!

5 from 1 vote

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings 12

Calories 182 kcal

Ingredients

Cheddar Bay Biscuits Ingredients

  • ½ cup melted regular or vegan butter plus more for brushing on top before serving
  • ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk, oat milk, or regular milk
  • 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cup regular all purpose flour or gluten free all purpose flour If gluten-free, I recommend King Arthur Measure for Measure gluten-free flour. Please don't substitute any other flour such as almond flour, baking flour, etc.
  • 1 cup regular or vegan cheddar cheese shreds
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions

Cheddar Bay Biscuits Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400

  • Mix melted butter, almond milk, seasonings, and baking powder. Then, mix in your flour just until combined. If using gluten-free flour and the dough seems crumbly, add another 1 tablespoon of melted vegan butter and 1 tablespoon of almond milk and work it into the dough.This is ok! don't over-mix the dough.

  • Fold in cheddar cheese and parsley.

  • Use a tablespoon to drop the biscuits onto a greased baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until the bottoms of the biscuits are golden and the tops are fluffy. You can broil them for 1 minute at the end to give them more golden brown color. Serve warm, with melted butter brushed on top immediately after removing from the oven.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 182kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 290mgPotassium: 37mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 95IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 119mgIron: 1mg

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The recipes on Peanut Butter and Jilly can easily be adapted to fit a vegan lifestyle, a gluten-free lifestyle, or both depending on the ingredients you use. Please review the ingredients lists carefully and refer to our recommendations in the Notes of the recipe card to make this recipe compatible with your needs. Nutrition information provided is an estimate, and will vary based on specific brands of ingredients used and cooking methods.

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  1. Betsy Palmquist

    AMAZING and so so easy. Definitely recommend.

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    • Jillian Glenn

      Thank you Betsy! So glad you liked it!

      Reply

  2. Dana Figueroa

    Very easy and very good. Biscuits had the texture of the actual cheddar bay biscuits. I have never made vegan food before and this was a nice start. Ingredients are easy to find and aren't expensive.

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    • Jillian Glenn

      Hi Dana, thank you so much for your review of my recipe! So glad you enjoyed the biscuits and found them both easy and affordable!

      Reply

  3. Daisy

    Can I sub flour with whole wheat flour? Thanks in advance and I love your recipes 🙂

    Reply

    • Jillian

      Hi Daisy! For best results please use the recommended flour listed in the ingredients! Can't wait for you to try these!

      Reply

  4. Nancy

    Can this also be done with a nut free milk?

    Reply

    • Jillian

      Hi Nancy, oat milk is a great nut-free milk option for this recipe

      Reply

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Cheddar Bay Biscuit Recipe - Peanut Butter and Jilly (2024)

FAQs

What makes cheddar Bay biscuits so good? ›

Baking Powder: For a biscuit that is airy and flaky, baking powder is key! Garlic Powder: Garlic is a must for that perfect savory flavor in your Cheddar Bay biscuits! Salt: Enhances overall flavor. Buttermilk: Buttermilk is what makes these biscuits so rich and soft!

What pairs well with cheddar Bay biscuits? ›

The best side dishes to serve with Cheddar Bay Biscuits are scrambled eggs, pulled pork, bacon, gravy, chicken pot pie, clam chowder, grilled cheese sandwich, shepherd's pie, fried chicken, and lobster bisque Do you agree?

Does Costco sell cheddar Bay biscuit mix? ›

Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix, 1.28 kg | Costco.

Why are they called cheddar Bay biscuits? ›

Initially introduced as “freshly baked, hot cheese garlic bread,” the iconic biscuits were coined “Cheddar Bay Biscuits” five years later to reflect the seaside atmosphere of Red Lobster restaurants.

Can I use milk instead of water in Cheddar Bay biscuit mix? ›

I tried these and they came out equally terrific. I did use cold whole milk instead of water to make fluffy, and also was heavy handed on the Italian seasoning (and added fresh finely chopped Basil because I love it).

What is the secret to an excellent biscuit? ›

Do not Overwork Biscuit Dough. Handle the dough as little as possible. Every time you touch, knead and fold, you are developing gluten. The more developed the gluten, the tougher the biscuit.

What do Southerners eat with biscuits? ›

Southern biscuits are versatile and can be enjoyed as both a sweet or savory dish. They can be served with honey, fruit preserves, or even chocolate spread for a sweet treat, or paired with bacon, eggs, or gravy for a savory option.

Do leftover cheddar biscuits need to be refrigerated? ›

Cheddar biscuits may be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days depending on the humidity of your kitchen. For longer storage, place leftover biscuits in an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for 4-5 days or in the freezer for up to 1-2 months.

Is Jiffy buttermilk biscuit mix the same as Bisquick? ›

The Jiffy buttermilk biscuit mix is likewise pretty similar to Bisquick and you may substitute it 1:1 as well. However, this mix contains preservatives that won't be found in a substitute made from scratch.

How long are cheddar Bay biscuits good for? ›

Store your (completely cooled) Cheddar bay biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.

Who makes cheddar Bay biscuits? ›

A brief history of Red Lobster's Cheddar Bay Biscuit

It spawns hundreds of DIY recipes from amateur chefs.

Can you use milk instead of water in Red Lobster biscuit mix? ›

Helpful Tips to Make Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits

If you want more richness in your Red Lobster Cheddar biscuits, substitute milk or buttermilk for the water and top with more butter. Add 1 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning for an extra flavor touch.

Did Red Lobster invent Cheddar Bay biscuits? ›

Cheddar Bay biscuits were invented by Red Lobster executive chef Kurt Hankins, sometime in the late eighties or early nineties. The biscuits were created to be a complimentary item—like Olive Garden's endless breadsticks—that would make guests feel welcome.

What did Red Lobster have before Cheddar Bay biscuits? ›

Fans Swimming In The Cheddar Bay For Over 30 Years

Before Cheddar Bay Biscuits, Red Lobster was peddling hush puppies, and fans weren't super into it. The restaurant replaced the underperforming item with the garlicky, cheesy biscuits fans crave today.

What makes the Red Lobster biscuits so unique? ›

The Cheddar Bay Biscuits at Red Lobster are known for their irresistible combination of flavors and textures, which make them a popular favorite. Here's what makes them so appealing: Flavorful Ingredients: These biscuits are loaded with flavorful ingredients like sharp cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and butter.

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