Garlic Cheddar Biscuits are the perfect savory side for just about any meal, buttery, cheesy, fluffy, and bursting with garlicky flavor. Whether you’re serving them alongside a bowl of chili, a hearty stew, or scrambled eggs for breakfast, these biscuits add a comforting, homemade touch. They’re quick to make, especially since there’s no yeast or rising time involved, and the ingredients are pantry staples for many home cooks.
What makes these biscuits especially appealing is the balance of sharp cheddar cheese with the warmth of garlic. The cheese melts into little pockets throughout the biscuit, while the garlic (whether fresh or powdered) infuses the dough with flavor. Some versions even brush the tops with melted butter and a sprinkle of garlic and herbs after baking for extra richness and aroma.
To make garlic cheddar biscuits, you typically start with all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a bit of salt. Cold butter is cut into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs, then shredded cheddar and garlic are stirred in. Milk or buttermilk brings it all together into a soft dough that’s gently rolled and cut into rounds or dropped onto a baking sheet. The key to tender biscuits is not overmixing, just bring the dough together enough to shape it.
These biscuits are also highly adaptable. You can add chopped chives or parsley for a fresh herby note, use smoked paprika for a hint of heat, or switch in different cheeses like Gruyère or Monterey Jack. Leftover biscuits reheat well and can even be used as the base for breakfast sandwiches.
If you’re hosting brunch or need something quick and crowd-pleasing for dinner, garlic cheddar biscuits are a no-fuss way to win everyone over. They’re ready in about 25 minutes, including prep, and the smell alone is enough to get people rushing to the table. Fluffy inside, golden outside, and packed with savory flavor, these biscuits are true comfort food.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter cold, cut into smaller pieces
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese and minced garlic.
- Add the milk and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
Garlic cheddar biscuits? This sounds unhealthy. Who needs all that butter?
But butter makes everything better! Just enjoy in moderation, right?
Yum! I added extra garlic because I love it. Total hit at my party!
These are soooo good! I made them for dinner and everyone loved ’em. Will definitely make them again.
Followed the recipe exactly but mine came out flat. Don’t know what I did wrong. Any tips?
I had the same problem once! I think I overmixed it. Just blend until it’s a bit lumpy.
Maybe your baking powder is old? That can cause flat biscuits. Try a fresh batch next time!
I dunno, they were kinda bland for my taste. I think maybe adding some herbs or spices would help?
Garlic in biscuits? Sounds weird but wow!!! Who knew they would taste so good??
I was surprised too! Garlic in biscuits is a game changer. They taste so rich! 😍
Garlic? In biscuits? That sounds so wrong! I might pass on this one.
Super easy and quick! They taste way better than store bought.
I was skeptical about the baking time, but 13 minutes was perfect for my oven. Texture is tender, and the crumb isn’t too dense. Yum.
Yes! Totally agree—13 minutes is the sweet spot. Glad the crumb turned out tender and not heavy. These sound dangerously good with that garlic + cheddar combo 😄
I had to substitute some ingredients and they didn’t turn out as good. Might try again with the right stuff.
Substituting can be tricky! Good luck on your next try! 🌟
Great recipe! I added a pinch of cayenne for some heat, delicious! 🌶️
Confession: I accidentally overmixed the dough (oops). Still edible though, just less fluffy. Flavor is great regardless.
Overmixed?? hmm. I mean if they’re not fluffy anymore, did you maybe let them bake too long too? Still, cheddar biscuits are forgiving lol.
Totally relate 😅—I’ve overmixed before and they still taste amazing. Less fluffy but still hits with the garlic cheddar flavor!
These biscuits are amazing! I made them for a family gathering and everyone loved them!
These were amazing! Definitely making them again! My family loved em.
These biscuits are amazing! I made them for my family and they vanished within minutes. Definitely a 5-star recipe!
Why is garlic the main flavor? Shouldn’t it be cheddar too? Just taste like garlic bread to me.
They were good, but mine tasted kinda salty? I followed the recipe exactly, so maybe my cheddar was extra salty. I’d reduce the salt slightly next time.
Totally makes sense—cheddar can vary a lot. Some brands are way saltier, so reducing the salt next time is a great call. Maybe try unsalted butter too if you still want to keep it consistent.
Made these tonight—so cheesy and garlicky! The baking temp seems high but they puffed up perfectly. I did overmix once and they got a bit tough, so the “don’t overmix” note is real.
I love when recipes tell you not to overmix—biscuit people know. Mine were fluffy and the garlic didn’t overpower. Great quick recipe.
So easy to make! I just threw everything together and it actually worked. My kids loved them!
Really? I tried it and mine came out a bit flat. Did you follow the instructions exactly?
I’m so glad your kids loved them! They really are super easy to make. 👏
Not bad! The cheddar + garlic combo is definitely a win. I’d add a pinch more salt next time, but overall solid recipe.
Not gonna lie, the garlic cheddar combo is kinda intense. Also I used salted butter so I had to reduce the salt… otherwise it was too salty. Flavor was okay.
I don’t have cheddar, can I use mozzarella instead?
Sure, you can use mozzarella! It might change the flavor a bit, but it’ll still be tasty! Enjoy!
I dunno if mozzarella is a good swap. Cheddar has a stronger taste, maybe it won’t be as nice.
Just okay. I expected more flavor. Maybe I should’ve added more garlic?
Yum! The garlic flavor is just perfect. Just what I was looking for!
They taste okay, but I burnt mine because I forgot them in the oven. 🙁
These biscuits were absolutely delicious! Perfectly cheesy and garlicky. Will make again for sure!
Eh, I thought they would be better. The garlic flavor wasn’t strong at all. Maybe I needed more garlic?????
I think you could definitely add more garlic if that’s what you’re looking for! Everyone has different tastes. 😊
Biscuts? I thought this was a recipe for donuts… kinda confused.
Lol, biscuits and donuts are like totally different! Biscuits are the best, you should give them a try!
I get the confusion, but these are definitely biscuits! Garlic and cheddar are amazing together. Donuts are sweet, these are savory!
Garlic and cheese?? Yum! But I think they’re a bit heavy on the garlic for my taste. Next time, I’ll use less.
These came out super fluffy for me! The garlic + cheddar combo is dangerously good. I baked mine right at 13 minutes and they were perfect.
Quick and easy! I didn’t have baking soda so I just used extra baking powder. Still turned out fine!
That’s great to hear! Using baking powder instead of baking soda is smart, glad it worked out for you.
Just made these and they were gone in minutes! My kids loved them, I will definitely make again. Thanks!
Not bad at all. My dough felt a little dry, so I added a splash more milk and they came out fine. Would make again, especially for brunch.
Good to hear! I’ve definitely had that “dry dough” moment with biscuits too—adding a splash of milk makes a huge difference. Brunch biscuits are the best 😄
Hmm, 3/4 cup milk sounds like it should be enough though… maybe your flour was more absorbent? I’m tempted to try but I’m worried it’ll be bland without more garlic/cheese. Any tips?
These biscuits are amazing! The garlic and cheddar combo is to die for. I can’t stop eating them!
I don’t get why everyone is raving about these. They came out kinda flat and not cheesy enough for me.
These biscuits are great! I don’t know what you did wrong, but mine turned out fluffy and cheesy! 🤷♂️
I totally understand! I had the same issue when I made them. Maybe try adding more cheese next time? That might help with the cheesiness!
Yum!!!
These sound amazing! Can’t wait to try them! 😍
Ugh, bisquits again? They seem too dry for me… 😒
So simple to make, wish I had known about this recipe sooner!
Pretty solid recipe. I followed it exactly and got nice golden tops. Next time I’ll add a pinch more garlic powder too.
I’m skeptical about adding baking soda *and* baking powder. But I tried it and yeah… they do rise. Weirdly good.
Mine were a bit dense, I think I overmixed at step 5 (oops). Still tasty though—cheese pulls were real.
These biscuits are the bomb! So cheesy and garlicky. Can’t get enough!
They look good but I gotta ask, are they really that cheesy? I thought garlic was the main flavor. 🤔
I agree! These biscuits are super tasty! I made them last week and my family loved them too! 😍
Finally, a recipe that actually works! Made these for brunch and everyone loved ’em!
So glad to hear that! These biscuits are a real crowd-pleaser! 😍
I don’t know… Did you really follow the instructions? Sometimes it’s just luck if they turn out right. 🤔
Simply delish! Easy recipe and perfect with soup. My family loved it, will make again!
These biscuits sound great! I’ll definitely try them with soup too!
I dunno, 450°F seems kinda high. What if they burn?
These biscuits are super easy to make and they taste amazing! I added some herbs too and they were a hit!
Short answer: 10/10. Long answer: I couldn’t stop eating them. Even my picky friend grabbed two. Garlic breath and all.
Sounds good but 450°F is kinda high, my oven runs hot. I’d try 425 so they don’t brown too fast. Still gonna make though!
Yes!! I made these last night and they vanished fast. The garlic + cheddar combo is unreal 😅
Best biscuits ever!
Really? I found the texture off, maybe I did something wrong? 🤔
I absolutely agree! These are the best, they melt in your mouth! 😍
I don’t understand why they turned out flat. Followed everything, maybe my baking powder was old?
Garlic and cheese? Can’t go wrong! I’ll be making these again for sure!
Absolutely! Garlic and cheese is a classic combo. Glad to hear you’re making them again!
Really? I thought the recipe was a bit complicated… Hope they turn out good for you!
Not gonna lie, 450°F feels high. I followed it anyway—crisp outside, but a little too browned for my liking. Next time I’ll try 425°F.
Honestly, I don’t think it was that great. Tasted too floury. I’ll stick to store-bought biscuits.
OMG these are restaurant-level. I added a tiny pinch of pepper on top and wow. The garlic flavor isn’t harsh at all.
I didn’t have cheddar, used mozzarella instead. Still yummy!
I followed the recipe exactly and mine spread a lot. I think my butter wasn’t cold enough? Still tasty though, just flatter biscuits.
So simple! I let my little one help. Messy kitchen, but that’s what it’s all about, right?
Absolutely! Cooking with kids makes it all worth it, even if there’s flour everywhere. Love this recipe! 🥰
Ehh, not impressed. Baked mine for 20 mins and they were still doughy inside. Maybe my oven is weird?
I tried making these and they came out too doughy. What did I do wrong?
Maybe you overmixed the dough? That’s a common mistake! Just mix until it’s combined next time.
These came out super fluffy and cheesy—exactly what I wanted. The garlic flavor is perfect (not overpowering). I’ll definitely make again.
I made these for a party, but they were gone so fast! LOL
Sounds like a hit! I can’t wait to try making them for my family gathering.
Really? They went that fast? Seems like maybe they weren’t that good after all 😂.
Eh, I think they lack something… maybe add some herbs?
Why is everyone raving? I think it needs more salt or something. Mine were bland.