Cheddar Bay Biscuits are a beloved Red Lobster copycat recipe: tender, cheesy drop biscuits with a buttery, slightly crunchy edge and a touch of Old Bay for a savory kick. They’re easy to make at home and perfect served warm alongside seafood, soups, salads, or any weeknight meal.
If you love biscuits, try my Skillet Buttermilk Biscuits for another simple, delicious option.
Cheddar Bay Biscuits Are The Ultimate Red Lobster Copycat Recipe!
These biscuits are a nostalgic favorite for many. Even if you haven’t visited Red Lobster in years, the memory of their warm, cheddar-topped biscuits is hard to forget. The secret is serving them hot from the oven and brushing them with a garlic-butter topping that adds extra richness and aroma.
Why Are They Called Cheddar Bay Biscuits?
The name comes from the key ingredients: sharp cheddar cheese and Old Bay seasoning, combined with a traditional buttermilk drop biscuit base. The Old Bay adds a distinctive, slightly spicy seafood-friendly flavor that complements the cheese and buttery topping.
Ingredients:
- Bisquick
- sharp cheddar cheese
- garlic powder
- Old Bay seasoning
- buttermilk
- butter
What If You Don’t Have Bisquick?
Bisquick is a convenient mix of flour, leavening, salt, and fat. If you don’t have it, make a quick homemade substitute using common pantry ingredients.
What You’ll Need:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons room-temperature butter or vegetable shortening
How To:
Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt into a bowl. Use a pastry cutter or food processor to work the butter or shortening into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs and the fat is evenly distributed.
How To Store Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the cooled biscuits in an airtight bag or container for up to 30 days to preserve freshness.
How To Reheat Biscuits:
Reheating in the oven keeps the texture closest to freshly baked. Preheat the oven and warm the biscuits briefly so they remain soft inside and slightly crisp outside.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the biscuits on the baking sheet and heat until warm, about 5 minutes.
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Cheddar Bay Biscuits
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- Author: Shelly
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: serves 8
- Category: Bread
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Side Dish
Description
These copycat Red Lobster biscuits are a family favorite and easy to make at home—often even better than the original.
Ingredients
Biscuits:
- 2 cups Bisquick
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
- 2/3 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup salted butter, melted
Topping
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional garnish: chives or parsley
Instructions
- Biscuits: Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine Bisquick, grated cheddar, garlic powder, and Old Bay. Add the buttermilk and melted butter, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Drop the dough by 1/4-cup portions onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake 6–8 minutes or until golden brown.
- Topping: In a small bowl, melt the 3 tablespoons of butter and stir in 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
- Brush the garlic-butter over the warm biscuits and sprinkle with chopped chives or parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Store airtight at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 30 days. Best served warm straight from the oven.
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