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Red Lobster Cheese Biscuits – Fluffy, Buttery & Irresistible

Red Lobster Cheese Biscuits is among the most adored by Red Lobster restaurant menu. They are the tender, cheesy, and garlicked biscuits with the crust that has a perfect golden color and is thoroughly melt-in-your-mouth. Whether it be replicating the famous biscuits at home as part of a seafood dinner or just the need to have something that would feel good in your belly, this recipe is very easy and can result in the restaurant favorite being made at the comfort of your own kitchen.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 10 biscuits
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Biscuits:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
  • For the Garlic Butter Topping:
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper (optional)
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, salt, and garlic powder.
  3. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture is crumbly with pea-sized bits of butter.
  4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
  5. Pour in the buttermilk and gently mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Drop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
  8. While biscuits bake, mix melted butter, garlic powder, and parsley flakes for the topping.
  9. Once baked, brush biscuits generously with the garlic butter mixture.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes and serve warm.