Cheesy Jalapeño Sweet Tea Balls (Print version)

Fluffy cheddar-jalapeño balls with sweet tea touch—warm, gourmet snack or appetizer for gatherings.

# What You Need:

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour

02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder

03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

05 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

06 - 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

07 - 2 medium jalapeños, seeded and finely diced

08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

09 - 1/2 cup strongly brewed sweet tea, chilled

10 - 1/2 cup whole milk

11 - 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

12 - 2 tablespoons melted butter

13 - Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

02 - Combine whole milk and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

03 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar.

04 - Add cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry mixture. Cut in using a pastry cutter or fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

05 - Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and finely diced jalapeños until evenly distributed.

06 - Pour in chilled sweet tea and the milk-vinegar mixture. Gently fold to create a soft, slightly sticky dough. Avoid overmixing.

07 - Using a cookie scoop or hands, portion dough into 1 1/2-inch balls. Arrange evenly onto prepared baking sheet.

08 - Transfer to oven and bake for 13–15 minutes until the biscuit balls are golden brown.

09 - Once baked, brush biscuit balls immediately with melted butter and sprinkle flaky sea salt if desired. Serve warm.

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