Flamin Hot Spicy Cheddar Biscuit (Print version)
Cheddar biscuit pops with bold, spicy flavor—great for parties or snacking, easy to prepare and serve.
# 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 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
07 - 1/2 cup crushed Flamin Hot corn chips or cheese puffs
→ Dairy
08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
09 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
10 - 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
→ Extras
11 - 16 popsicle sticks or wooden skewers
12 - 2 tablespoons melted butter, for brushing
13 - 1/4 cup extra crushed Flamin Hot corn chips, for topping
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and 1/2 cup crushed Flamin Hot corn chips.
03 - Add cold cubed butter and quickly cut it into the dry mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Stir in grated sharp cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
05 - Pour cold buttermilk into the bowl and mix gently just until a soft dough forms, taking care not to overmix.
06 - Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat it out to approximately 3/4-inch thickness. Cut into 16 equal squares or rounds.
07 - Carefully insert a popsicle stick or wooden skewer into each dough piece, supporting it to avoid breakage.
08 - Arrange biscuit pops on the prepared sheet. Brush each with melted butter and sprinkle with extra crushed Flamin Hot corn chips.
09 - Bake in preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
10 - Remove from oven and allow pops to cool briefly on a cooling rack before serving.
# Expert tips:
01 -
- Packed with spicy, cheesy flavor
- Fun eat-on-the-go snack for gatherings
02 -
- You can adjust the cayenne pepper for your ideal spice level
- Check chip packaging for allergens before adding
03 -
- Use pepper jack cheese for even more heat
- Serve with ranch dressing for a cool contrast