Cheesy Jalapeño Sweet Tea Biscuits (Print version)

Golden, fluffy biscuit balls filled with cheddar, jalapeño, and sweet tea—ideal for appetizers or parties.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

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

→ Cheeses & Add-ins

06 - 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
07 - 2 medium jalapeños, seeded and finely diced

→ Wet Ingredients

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

→ Optional Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons melted butter
13 - Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat 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 to curdle and create homemade buttermilk.
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 fork, until mixture forms coarse crumbs.
05 - Stir shredded cheddar cheese and diced jalapeños into the flour and butter mixture.
06 - Pour in chilled sweet tea and homemade buttermilk. Gently fold until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms; do not overmix.
07 - Using a cookie scoop or clean hands, portion dough into 1 1/2-inch balls and arrange evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
08 - Transfer to oven and bake for 13 to 15 minutes, until biscuit balls are golden brown.
09 - Brush immediately with melted butter, and sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
10 - Enjoy warm, fresh from the oven.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Bold flavor from sharp cheddar and jalapeño
  • Satisfying sweetness from chilled sweet tea
02 -
  • Leftovers can be reheated at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
  • For extra heat, leave some jalapeño seeds in the mix.
03 -
  • Swap cheddar for pepper jack for more zing.
  • Delicious served with honey butter or ranch dip.

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