Description
A soft, savory loaf inspired by Red Lobster’s classic Cheddar Bay biscuits. Packed with sharp cheddar, garlic, and buttery goodness, this easy-to-make bread is the perfect side dish or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
1¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
1¼ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
¾ cup buttermilk
1 large egg
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and salt.
3. Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or fork until crumbly.
4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and buttermilk together. Pour into the dry mixture and gently fold until just combined.
6. Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Remove from oven and immediately brush the top with melted butter. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if using.
9. Let the loaf rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
Make sure your butter is cold when mixing—it helps create flaky, tender layers.
Do not overmix the batter; a light hand keeps the loaf soft.
For extra flavor, try mixing in chopped chives or a pinch of cayenne.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 48mg
Keywords: cheddar biscuit loaf, cheesy bread, Red Lobster copycat