Name: Red Lobster Garlic Cheese Biscuits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 cups Self-rising flour (Make sure it’s self-rising; no need to add extra leavening!); 1/2 stick Butter, frozen & grated (Unsalted works best for this recipe.); 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded (Plus more for sprinkling on top if you’re feeling cheesy!); 3/4 cup Milk (Whole or buttermilk is recommended for the best flavor.); 1 tsp Garlic powder (Enhances that beautiful, garlicky flavor.); 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning (This adds a unique kick; it’s not just for seafood!); 1 tbsp Oil (Use for coating your cast iron skillet.); 2 tbsp Butter, melted (For topping those biscuits right before serving.); 1/4 tsp Garlic powder (A little more for the butter topping!); 1/2 tsp Dried parsley (For a pop of color and flavor in your topping!)

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These Red Lobster Garlic Cheese Biscuits (Self-Rising Flour) take 30 minutes to prepare and yield about 6 biscuits.

The Story Behind

This recipe replicates the familiar cheddar and garlic flavor profile of the restaurant biscuits, using self-rising flour to simplify the process.

Red Lobster Garlic Cheese Biscuits (Self-Rising Flour)

5 Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe

Super Easy: This recipe is practically foolproof, even if you’re not a pro in the kitchen.
Quick Preparation: You can whip these up in a jiffy, perfect for unexpected guests or a side for dinner.
Cheesy Goodness: Who doesn’t want extra cheese? You can always add more on top for that ooey-gooey goodness.
Garlic Delight: These biscuits give you all the garlicky flavor you crave without the need for mountains of ingredients.
Customizable: Feel free to play around with add-ins like jalapeños or herbs to make it your own!

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s what you’ll need to gather for these scrumptious garlic cheese biscuits:

Ingredient	Quantity	Notes
Self-rising flour	2 cups	Must be self-rising; no extra leavening needed!
Butter (frozen & grated)	1/2 stick	Unsalted works best for this recipe.
Cheddar cheese	1 cup	Shredded; plus more for sprinkling on top!
Milk	3/4 cup	Whole or buttermilk is recommended for best flavor.
Garlic powder	1 tsp	Enhances that beautiful, garlicky flavor.
Old Bay seasoning	1/2 tsp	Adds a unique kick; it’s not just for seafood!
Oil	1 tbsp	Use for coating your cast iron skillet.
Butter (melted)	2 tbsp	For topping those biscuits right before serving.
Garlic powder (topping)	1/4 tsp	A little more for the butter topping!
Dried parsley	1/2 tsp	For a pop of color and flavor in your topping!

How to Make (Step-by-Step)

STEP 1

Place a large mixing bowl, box grater, and butter in the freezer for 15-30 minutes prior to making biscuits. Trust me; this little trick helps the biscuits stay fluffy!

STEP 2

Preheat your oven to 425°F and pop a 10-inch cast-iron skillet in there as well. That skillet needs to get nice and toasty!

STEP 3

In your chilled mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of self-rising flour, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning. Whisk until well combined and set aside like a good scout.

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STEP 4

Using your box grater (or a pastry cutter if you’re feeling fancy), grate your frozen butter. You want those little nuggets of cold butter to spread throughout the dough.

STEP 5

Throw your grated butter into the flour mixture and stir until it’s all combined. Then, add your 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

STEP 6

Pour in all but a little bit of your 3/4 cup of milk and DO NOT OVERMIX. Seriously! We want fluffy biscuits, not something you could build a brick wall with!

STEP 7

Carefully remove the cast iron skillet from the oven and add 1 tbsp oil to evenly coat the bottom and sides.

STEP 8

Using a large cookie scoop, drop about 6 large biscuits into your oiled cast iron skillet. Feeling extra? Sprinkle more cheese on top!

STEP 9

Bake for 12-15 minutes. While they’re baking, melt 2 tbsp butter and mix with 1/4 tsp garlic powder and 1/2 tsp dried parsley.

STEP 10

As soon as those beauties come out of the oven, brush the tops with the melted garlic butter mixture. Voilà! Biscuits that are restaurant-worthy.

Pro Tips for the Best Results

Don’t skip the chilling: Chilling your butter helps keep the biscuits super light and fluffy.
Fresh cheese: Grating your own cheddar will always give you better flavor than pre-shredded.
Batching: If you have leftovers, you can easily double the recipe.
Experiment with spices: Feel free to play around with different seasonings to find your perfect flavor profile.

Fun Variations & Topping Ideas

Variations:

Spicy Twist: Add chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne for a spicy kick.
Herb Infusion: Mix in fresh chopped herbs like chives or rosemary for a fragrant twist.

Toppings:

Bacon Crumbles: Sprinkle crumbled cooked bacon before baking for a savory surprise.
Buffalo Sauce: Feeling adventurous? Drizzle some buffalo sauce on top after baking for an extra zing.

Storing and Reheating

Storing:

Keep leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for up to a month.

Reheating:

Warm them in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes. You can also microwave them for about 15-20 seconds, but I don’t recommend it; they won’t be as crispy.

Leftover Ideas

You can whip up a quick breakfast by making biscuit sandwiches. Pop some eggs and cheese between two biscuits for a delightful morning treat that will start your day off right!

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I make these biscuits gluten-free?

You can swap the self-rising flour for a gluten-free blend. Just make sure the blend already contains a leavening agent!

How can I make these biscuits dairy-free?

Use plant-based butter and dairy-free cheese alternatives. They should still turn out great!

Can I add other cheese?

Absolutely! Go crazy with any cheese flavor you love, like pepper jack or gouda, for unique twists.

Conclusion

These biscuits offer a fast, reliable side dish for seafood or poultry. For another meal idea, review this Chicken Cobbler with Red Lobster Biscuits.

Red Lobster Garlic Cheese Biscuits

These easy-to-make garlic cheese biscuits are reminiscent of the famous Red Lobster version, combining cheesy goodness with a hint of garlic in just 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 6 biscuits

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Biscuit Base

2 cups Self-rising flour Make sure it’s self-rising; no need to add extra leavening!
1/2 stick Butter, frozen & grated Unsalted works best for this recipe.
1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded Plus more for sprinkling on top if you’re feeling cheesy!
3/4 cup Milk Whole or buttermilk is recommended for the best flavor.
1 tsp Garlic powder Enhances that beautiful, garlicky flavor.
1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning This adds a unique kick; it’s not just for seafood!
1 tbsp Oil Use for coating your cast iron skillet.

Topping

2 tbsp Butter, melted For topping those biscuits right before serving.
1/4 tsp Garlic powder A little more for the butter topping!
1/2 tsp Dried parsley For a pop of color and flavor in your topping!

Method

Preparation

Place a large mixing bowl, box grater, and butter in the freezer for 15-30 minutes prior to making biscuits.
Preheat your oven to 425°F and place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet inside.
In your chilled mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of self-rising flour, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning. Whisk until well combined.
Grate your frozen butter and mix it into the flour mixture, then add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Pour in all but a little of the 3/4 cup of milk and mix gently to avoid overmixing.
Carefully remove the cast iron skillet from the oven and add 1 tbsp oil to coat the bottom and sides.

Baking

Using a large cookie scoop, drop about 6 large biscuits into the oiled skillet and sprinkle more cheese on top if desired.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
While they bake, melt 2 tbsp butter and mix with 1/4 tsp garlic powder and 1/2 tsp dried parsley.
Brush the melted garlic butter mixture over the biscuits as soon as they come out of the oven.

Notes

Chilling the butter keeps the biscuits light and fluffy. Grating your own cheese gives better flavor than pre-shredded. Utilize variations like spicy jalapeños or bacon crumbles for additional flavor!

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