Description
Fluffy Mozzarella Biscuits are a delightful addition to any meal, combining a tender texture with gooey cheese that melts perfectly. These biscuits can be enjoyed as a side dish for dinner, paired with a warm bowl of soup, or simply savored as a snack. With their flaky layers and rich cheesy flavor, they are sure to please everyone at the table. Easy to make and versatile enough for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these biscuits can also be customized with herbs or different cheeses to suit your taste. Prepare to enjoy warm, comforting bites of cheesy goodness straight from your oven.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 9 tablespoons cold butter, shredded
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1¾ cups cold milk
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter until it resembles small peas.
- Stir in shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Gradually mix in cold milk until dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently.
- Roll out to about half an inch thick and cut into rounds.
- Brush each biscuit with beaten egg and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; cool on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg