Filled with lots of cheddar and fresh jalapeno, these Cheddar Jalapeno Drop Biscuits are a great addition to any meal, especially a backyard BBQ. This recipe is simple and easy to make, so you can enjoy fresh biscuits anytime.
This recipe for drop biscuits can be made in the oven or on the gas grill, which is our favourite way to make them. These biscuits can also be baked in a pellet smoker.
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Ingredients For Cheddar Jalapeno Drop Biscuits
With just under a dozen ingredients, the recipe for these drop biscuits is easy to make. And it is all done in one bowl, making for easier cleanup.
- All-purpose flour.
- Baking powder.
- Baking soda.
- Garlic powder.
- Onion powder.
- Salt.
- Pepper.
- Shredded cheese.
- Jalapenos.
- Butter.
- Buttermilk.
Optional Topping For Drop Biscuits
There are times when we add an additional topping to these biscuits to add a touch more flavour. To make the topping, you will need:
- Melted butter.
- Garlic powder.
- Dried parsley.
These ingredients are mixed together to create a topping that is brushed over the biscuits.
Baking Drop Biscuits on the BBQ or in The Smoker
To make this biscuit recipe outside, it is very similar to baking in an oven.
Preheat either the BBQ or pellet smoker just like you would an oven.
The pan of biscuits will need to be baked using indirect heat on the BBQ. It helps if you place the pan on an upside-down muffin tin or cake pan to keep the bottoms from burning.
In a pellet smoker, the pan should be placed on the end away from the burner.
Either method of baking outside will require the pan of biscuits to be turned halfway through baking.
Also, cooking times may vary depending on the BBQ or smoker, so it is best to keep an eye on them.
Serving Cheddar Jalapeno Drop Biscuits
Cheddar Jalapeno Biscuits are great with chicken, ribs, or any other BBQ dinner. But they also go great with other foods as well.
- Chili. These biscuits are a great bread for dipping in chilli, and the cheddar and jalapeno in them complement the flavours of chilli.
- Mac and Cheese.
- Soup. We like to serve these with hearty soups like taco soup.
- Breakfast. Serve biscuits with bacon and eggs for a flavourful alternative to toast.
Storing and Reheating Biscuits
After cooling, any leftover biscuits can be kept fresh in an air-tight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat the biscuits in an air fryer for 2 minutes on low. Or heat in a microwave for 20-30 seconds.
Biscuits also freeze well in an air-tight container for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat before serving.
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Cheddar Jalapeno Drop Biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 large jalapeno, seeded and diced
- ½ cup salted butter, cold, cut into ¼-inch cubes
- 1 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400℉.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, garlic powder, onion powder and salt and pepper.
- Stir in cheese, butter and jalapenos.
- Pour the buttermilk in and stir until just combined. Don't over mix.
- Using a scoop or large spoon, drop scoopfuls of dough onto a baking sheet about 2-3 inches apart.
- Bake in preheated over for 15-20 minutes or until tops begin to brown.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Optional Topping For Drop Biscuits
There are times that we add an additional topping to these biscuits to add a touch more flavour. To make the topping you will need:- ¼ cup Melted butter
- 1 tsp Garlic powder.
- 1 tsp Dried parsley.
