Fluffy bites with cheddar, jalapeño, and sweet tea. Golden and savory, ideal for sharing or party treats.
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
→ Cheeses & Add-ins
06 - 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
07 - 2 medium jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
09 - 1/2 cup strongly brewed sweet tea, chilled
10 - 1/2 cup whole milk
11 - 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
→ Optional Garnish
12 - 2 tablespoons melted butter
13 - Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
# Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Mix whole milk and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. Allow the mixture to stand for 5 minutes to develop a homemade buttermilk.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar.
04 - Incorporate the cold, cubed butter into the dry mixture using a pastry cutter or fingertips until coarse, sandy crumbs form.
05 - Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and finely diced jalapeños until evenly distributed.
06 - Pour in the chilled sweet tea and buttermilk mixture. Gently combine until a soft, sticky dough is formed—avoid overmixing.
07 - Portion dough into 1 1/2-inch balls using a cookie scoop or clean hands. Arrange evenly spaced on the prepared baking tray.
08 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until the surfaces are golden and biscuits are cooked through.
09 - Immediately brush hot biscuit balls with melted butter and sprinkle with flaky sea salt, if preferred.
10 - Present biscuit balls while warm for optimal flavor and texture.
