Flamin Hot Spicy Cheddar Biscuit (Print version)

Cheesy, spicy biscuit pops with crushed Flamin Hot chips—great for parties or snacking anytime.

# 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 buttermilk, cold

→ 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 - Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and 1/2 cup crushed Flamin Hot corn chips in a large mixing bowl.
03 - Add cold cubed butter and blend with a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
04 - Fold in grated sharp cheddar cheese evenly.
05 - Pour in cold buttermilk and gently mix just until a soft dough is formed. Avoid overworking the dough.
06 - Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface. Pat into an even layer about 3/4-inch thick.
07 - Cut dough into 16 equal squares or rounds.
08 - Carefully insert a popsicle stick or skewer into each piece, ensuring the dough remains intact.
09 - Set biscuit pops onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush each top with melted butter and sprinkle with extra crushed Flamin Hot corn chips.
10 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
11 - Allow pops to cool briefly on a rack before serving.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Fiery and cheesy flavor packed in every bite
  • Perfect for parties or snacking on the go
02 -
  • Adjust cayenne or choose pepper jack cheese for extra heat
  • Contains wheat and dairy; check chip packaging for allergen notices
03 -
  • Serve biscuit pops fresh for maximum crunch
  • Freeze unbaked dough squares and bake right before serving