Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuits
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Jalapeno cheddar biscuits are savory, cheesy, spicy biscuits made with jalapenos, cheddar, and buttermilk for a light and fluffy texture!
These cheddar and jalapeno biscuits are simple to make and are perfect for a busy weeknight casserole or crockpot soup! We like making these with cowboy stew, goulash, or potato leek soup. 
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Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuits
Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuits
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Why you’ll love this recipe!
📌 Ready for the oven in just 15 minutes. 📌 The cheesy jalapeno flavors with the fluffy texture of the biscuit. 📌 Made in a simple baking dish, no biscuit cutter required.
Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuit Ingredients
- Flour – All-purpose flour.
- Leavening agent – Baking powder.
- Sugar – White granulated sugar.
- Seasoning – Garlic salt.
- Cheese – Shredded cheddar cheese.
- Jalapenos – Canned, diced.
- Buttermilk – Make sure to use buttermilk for the delicious creamy texture of the biscuit.
- Butter – Unsalted, melted.
How do you make biscuits with cheddar and jalapeno? (step-by-step directions)
⭐ First, preheat the oven. Add flour, baking powder, sugar and garlic salt to a mixing bowl and whisk to combine. ⭐ Next, add in the cheese and jalapenos and stir. Stir in the buttermilk gently and mix the dough until it just comes together. ⭐ Then, add the melted butter to the baking dish and place the dough in the pan. Carefully spread the dough out. Use a knife to cut the dough into pieces. ⭐ Finally, place the baking pan onto a baking sheet to catch any spills. Place in the oven and bake until golden brown. Remove the biscuits and let cool. Cut along the lines and serve!
Scroll down to the printable recipe card toward the bottom of this article for ingredient measurements and detailed cooking instructions.
Preparation
What does buttermilk do to biscuits?
Buttermilk makes biscuits lighter and fluffier than regular biscuits because the acidity in the buttermilk creates a reaction with the baking powder. This helps the biscuits to rise and creates that light fluffy texture.
What can I substitute for buttermilk?
To create a buttermilk substitute for biscuits, combine 1 cup whole milk (2% will also work) with 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice. Stir, then allow the mixture to sit for about 5 minutes (it will curdle a bit). Use the mixture as a 1:1 ratio for buttermilk.
Can cheddar jalapeno biscuits be made ahead of time?
These biscuits are best enjoyed immediately after baking. However, you could make them a day or two ahead of time and store them in an airtight container at room temperature until ready to serve.
What kind of cheese to use for cheddar jalapeno biscuits?
We used shredded cheddar cheese but you could use whatever you have on hand. Colby jack. sharp cheddar or even pepper jack would work great for these biscuits.
How spicy are cheddar jalapeno biscuits?
That depends on how spicy the jalapenos are. You can buy mild or tamed diced jalapenos to keep the heat at a minimum.
Storage and leftovers
How long do cheddar jalapeno biscuits last?
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Can cheddar jalapeno biscuits be frozen?
Yes, these freeze well! Let the biscuits cool completely and store them in an airtight freezer safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and rewarm in the oven.
Tips and tricks
✅ You can also use fresh diced jalapenos for this recipe, just make sure to remove the seeds and membranes so the heat isn’t too overwhelming. You can also use green chiles instead of jalapenos for less heat. ✅ If you like a more browned top, brush the biscuits with the remaining buttermilk, melted butter, or heavy whipping cream before baking. You can do this a second time 3 – 5 minutes before the bake time ends. ✅ Don’t want any spice in your biscuit? Simply leave out the jalapenos and this recipe will make a delicious cheesy biscuit to pair with any meal!
What to enjoy with jalapeno cheddar biscuits (serving suggestions)
We love making these cheddar jalapeno biscuits to go along with our weeknight meals. We whip these up to serve with Cincinnati chili, crockpot chicken gnocchi soup, or cream cheese chicken chili.
More delicious bread and biscuit recipes
- Buttermilk biscuits
- Cheesy pull apart bread
- Pumpkin biscuits
- Garlic bread
- Sourdough bread
- White bread
- See all our easy bread recipes!
Tools we love
- Casserole dish – We used in 8×8.5″ dish. I love one that comes with a cover.
- Santoku knife – My favorite knife for cutting vegetables! This knife is the perfect size and shape, handles great, and is super reasonably priced. Also, I just love that it’s fun and colorful!
- Silicone whisk – This whisk set has all the sizes you need for your cooking and baking. And it’s cute!
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How to Make Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuits
Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuits Recipe
Ingredients
- 2½ cups all purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon white granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons garlic salt
- ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 ½ tablespoons diced jalapenos canned
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 stick unsalted butter melted (½ cup)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, sugar, and garlic salt. Add the cheese and jalapenos and mix to combine. Add the butter milk and mix gently until it just comes together as dough.
- Pour melted butter into an 8x8" baking dish. Place dough into dish and spread out evenly. Use a sharp knife to cut dough into 9 even pieces.
- Place the baking dish on a large baking sheet, and bake in a preheated oven at 450℉ for about 25 minutes, until biscuits are golden and browning.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for 15 minutes before slicing.
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These are some of the best biscuits I’ve ever made! I made these to go with my chili last night, and they were absolutely perfect. The cheese and heat of the jalapenos really paired well with my chili. YUM!
These are always a hit. The kids are on a mission to see how many dinners we can pair them with.
These were so addicting it was scary! The jalapenos were a nice touch!
It’s incredibly delicious! Can’t wait to make this again!
these Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuits were absolutely delicious! They had the perfect spicy kick from the jalapenos and were rich with cheddar flavor. Everyone loved them!
Oh my goodness, these jalapeno cheddar biscuits were fantastic and a huge hit!! Definitely a keeper!