Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Biscuits

Crumbly, cheesy, garlicky – these homemade Red Lobster cheddar bay biscuits are the perfect side dish and shamefully easy to whip up.

This Cheddar Bay Biscuit Recipe is simply the best

I am obsessed with the garlic butter cheddar biscuits from Red Lobster! But we don’t have a location nearby and I got tired of paying for the expensive premade mix at the grocery store (that is only so-so). Sooooo, I created this copycat Red Lobster biscuit recipe! 

This recipe for Cheddar Bay Biscuits will walk you through all of the steps needed to absolutely nail the *iconic* flavor that the chain restaurant is known for. Lightly crisp exterior. Perfectly tender, cheesy interior.  Underlying punch of garlic. Extremely easy. Catch me making these as a side dish for  literally anything (ahem, like this Creamy Tuscan Chicken *chef’s kiss*) I can justify.

Why you’ll love this Red Lobster Biscuits Recipe

1. These are a perfect replica of Red Lobster’s Cheddar Bay Biscuits (and honestly, a little more flavorful). Extremely buttery + flaky yet still maintaining a tender texture, this copycat recipe expertly combines the cheddar and garlic flavor into the best biscuit.
2. You don’t have to spend money at Red Lobster or buy an expensive pre-made mix. Just mix these up at home with ingredients you already have on hand for a more cost-effective craving smasher.
3. They’re fast & easy. From the time you decide to make these to the moment you place them steaming on your table, you only need 22 minutes.

Ingredients in Red Lobster Cheddar Biscuits

For The Biscuit

• Melted Butter
• Milk
• Vinegar- The milk and vinegar is to create your own buttermilk (I have a whole post about  buttermilk substitutes, if you need!). You can obviously use actual buttermilk instead, I just typically don’t.
• All Purpose Flour
• Baking Powder- This gives the biscuit a nice fluffy rise & texture. 
• Salt
• Garlic Powder
• Sharp Cheddar Cheese- Technically you could make these with a mild cheddar, or even a different type of cheese. But the sharp cheddar is what gives the biscuits the distinctive, knock-out flavor they are famous for.

For The Garlic Butter

• Melted Butter
• Garlic Powder- Make sure to use garlic powder and not garlic salt. Otherwise your biscuits will be WAY too salty!
• Salt
• Parsley Flakes- Fresh or dried will work fine. 

How To Make Cheddar Bay Biscuits

1. Start by preheating the oven to 400°.
2. In a small microwave safe bowl, melt your butter and set aside.
3. In a different bowl, combine the milk and vinegar. Stir to combine and place back in the fridge to keep cold.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and garlic powder.
5. Slowly pour the melted (and now cooled) butter into the cold milk/vinegar mixture and stir until the butter solidifies and separates itself from the milk.
6. Next, pour the milk and butter mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix by hand until there is no more dry flour.
7. Fold in the shredded cheese.
8. Drop generous spoonfuls of the completed mixture onto a silicone or parchment paper lined cookie sheet.
9. Bake at 400° for 10-12 min. The biscuits should be turning golden brown on top and should have an internal temperature of 200°.
10. While the biscuits are in the oven, combine garlic butter ingredients (melted butter, garlic powder, salt, and parsley flakes). 
11. Immediately upon taking the biscuits out of the oven, brush each biscuit with the garlic butter. Serve and enjoy!

Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Recipe Tips

Cheddar Bay Biscuits Recipe Variations

I know that sharp cheddar isn’t for everyone, so feel free to add in a different type of cheese (parmesan is elite here).

Serving Copycat Cheddar Bay Biscuits

While these biscuits are designed to be a precursor to a lobster dinner, they are honestly the perfect side dish for so many other meals. Soups like my Chicken Noodle Soup, pastas (try this alfredo!), any cut of meat (or my delish pot roast). And really, even if it doesn’t sound like it will jive with the main course, I guarantee you won’t get any complaints about serving this Cheddar Bay Biscuits.

Storing this Cheddar Bay Biscuits Recipe

Once your biscuits have cooled, store in an airtight container on the counter for up to 3 days.

Reheating this Copycat Red Lobster Biscuit Recipe

You could simply reheat these cheddar biscuits in the microwave, but they will lose their crispy edge. Instead, I recommend popping your biscuits in the oven for a few minutes until they’re toasty and warm.

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