Homemade Honey Cheddar Biscuits

Fluffy. Buttery. Irresistibly cheesy.
These Homemade Honey Cheddar Biscuits combine sharp cheddar cheese, sweet golden honey, and rich buttery layers for a melt-in-your-mouth treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or alongside a cozy dinner. With their golden tops and savory-sweet flavor, they’re everything you love about Southern biscuits with a little honey-kissed twist.

🧈 Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon sugar

  • ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes

  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

  • ¾ cup cold buttermilk

  • 2 tablespoons honey (plus more for brushing)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prep
    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
    In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.

  3. Cut in the Butter
    Add cold butter cubes and cut them into the flour with a pastry cutter (or your fingertips) until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  4. Add the Flavor Magic
    Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, then drizzle in the buttermilk and honey. Mix just until a soft dough forms — don’t overmix.

  5. Shape & Bake
    Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface, pat to 1-inch thickness, and cut into rounds or squares. Place on prepared sheet. Bake 12–15 minutes until golden.

  6. Brush with Honey Butter
    Combine 1 tablespoon melted butter with 1 teaspoon honey. Brush warm biscuits and let that shine glisten!

✨ Sunday Tip for Extra Fluffiness

  • Keep your butter and buttermilk cold for maximum rise.

  • Don’t twist your biscuit cutter — press straight down for tall, flaky layers.

  • Use extra-sharp cheddar for bolder flavor.