Southern Bourbon Cheddar Cornbread Biscuits

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Southern Bourbon Cheddar Cornbread Biscuits

A moist and flavorful cornbread biscuit infused with the rich flavors of Southern bourbon and sharp cheddar, perfect for any American gathering or holiday meal.

šŸ½ļø Bread šŸŒ American šŸ“Š Easy ⭐ 4.4/5 (629 reviews)
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18m
Prep
šŸ”„
32m
Cook
āŒ›
50m
Total
šŸ‘„
6
Serves
šŸ”„
420
Cal/Serving

šŸ›’ Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
  • 1 large Large egg
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons Bourbon whiskey
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese
  • 4 tablespoons Butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup Yellow cornmeal

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ³ Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg, buttermilk, bourbon, and melted butter.

  4. 4

    Stir in the flour mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

  5. 5

    Stir in the cheddar cheese and yellow cornmeal.

  6. 6

    Drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet using a 1/4 cup measuring cup.

  7. 7

    Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown.

  8. 8

    Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.

  9. 9

    Transfer the biscuits to a wire rack to cool completely.

šŸ’” Pro Tips

To ensure tender biscuits, do not overmix the dough. Also, make sure to use high-quality buttermilk and cheddar cheese for the best flavor. Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

šŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

420
Calories
10g
Protein
60g
Carbs
20g
Fat
2g
Fiber
20g
Sugar
500mg
Sodium
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