Cheddar Bay Biscuit Loaf (Printable Version)
Buttery, cheesy loaf packed with sharp cheddar and herbs, brushed with garlic butter.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon salt
→ Cheese & Herbs
07 - 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
→ Wet Ingredients
09 - 1 cup whole milk
10 - ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
11 - 1 large egg
→ Garlic Butter Topping
12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
13 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
14 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, sugar, and salt until well blended.
03 - Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and parsley until combined and cheese is evenly coated with flour mixture.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, and egg until smooth.
05 - Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix to ensure tender texture.
06 - Spread batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
07 - Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
08 - While the loaf bakes, mix the topping butter, garlic powder, and parsley in a small bowl until combined.
09 - Remove loaf from oven. While still hot, brush the loaf generously with the garlic butter topping for maximum flavor absorption.
10 - Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and serve warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The entire house fills with that irresistible Red Lobster aroma while it bakes
- Slicing it warm feels like pulling apart the world's most comforting bread
02 -
- Overmixing makes tough bread—stop as soon as the flour disappears
- Let it cool just 10 minutes or the slices will fall apart
03 -
- Grate your own cheese instead of buying pre shredded for the best melt
- Line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal every time