Cheddar and Stilton Drop Biscuits

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Cheddar and Stilton Drop Biscuits
45 min.
12
239kcal

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If you're in search of a delightful treat that perfectly balances savory and rich flavors, look no further than these Cheddar and Stilton Drop Biscuits! Bursting with the sharpness of cheddar and the creaminess of Stilton, these biscuits are a vegetarian-friendly option that will elevate any meal or gathering.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe yields a generous 12 servings, making it ideal for brunch, afternoon tea, or as a delightful accompaniment to soup. Each biscuit is fluffy and rich, with a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will have your guests coming back for seconds. With a caloric content of just 239 kcal per biscuit, you can indulge without the guilt!

The ease of preparation makes these biscuits a fantastic choice for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike. With a combination of simple pantry staples and a few specialty cheeses, this dish is a perfect way to impress your friends and family. Whether served warm from the oven or at room temperature, the robust flavors will surely leave a lasting impression. So preheat your oven and get ready to bake a batch of these irresistible Cheddar and Stilton Drop Biscuits – they're bound to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 1.3 cups buttermilk chilled
  • 0.8 teaspoon cream of tartar 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup sharp cheddar cheese chilled packed grated ()
  • ounces coarsely stilton cheese chilled crumbled
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 2.5 cups unbleached all purpose flour 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted chilled cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Position 1 rack in bottom third and 1 rack in top third of oven and preheat to 400°F. Butter and flour 2 large baking sheets.
  2. Whisk first 5 ingredients in large bowl to blend well.
  3. Add butter and rub in with fingertips until mixture resembles coarse meal.
  4. Add both cheeses; rub in with fingertips until cheeses are reduced to small pieces. Blend buttermilk and egg in small bowl.
  5. Add to flour mixture, stirring just until dough is evenly moistened.
  6. Using 1/3 cup dough for each biscuit, drop 6 mounds onto each prepared sheet, spacing 2 to 3 inches apart.
  7. Bake biscuits 10 minutes. Reverse positions of sheets.
  8. Bake biscuits until golden brown and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 10 minutes longer.
  9. Place biscuits in basket; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories239kcal
Protein12.23%
Fat47.78%
Carbs39.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.59
Glycemic Load
2.12
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.2652173456938%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:238.62kcal
11.93%
Fat:12.67g
19.49%
Saturated Fat:7.53g
47.08%
Carbohydrates:23.85g
7.95%
Net Carbohydrates:23.15g
8.42%
Sugar:3.36g
3.73%
Cholesterol:48.77mg
16.26%
Sodium:352.52mg
15.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.29g
14.58%
Selenium:14.48µg
20.68%
Calcium:187.33mg
18.73%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.91%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.82%
Phosphorus:142.92mg
14.29%
Folate:54.79µg
13.7%
Manganese:0.18mg
9.11%
Vitamin B3:1.62mg
8.1%
Iron:1.44mg
7.99%
Vitamin A:398.76IU
7.98%
Zinc:0.81mg
5.41%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.39%
Vitamin D:0.61µg
4.07%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
4.03%
Potassium:119.87mg
3.42%
Magnesium:12.8mg
3.2%
Fiber:0.71g
2.82%
Copper:0.05mg
2.69%
Vitamin E:0.39mg
2.62%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.11%
Vitamin K:1.08µg
1.03%
Source:Epicurious