Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits are easier AND tastier than a box mix! This recipe is so easy, it only takes one bowl, one whisk, no baking mix and 20 minutes! Yes, only 20 minutes from start till serve.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 1-1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, (divided)
• 1 cup whole milk
• 8 ounces shredded mild cheddar cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.  Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Add 1 stick (1/2 cup) of butter in a small microwave-safe mixing bowl.  Microwave for 30 seconds or until butter is melted.  Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl combine flour, baking powder, sugar, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt.  Whisk until well combined. 
4. Add melted butter and milk and whisk just until flour is all wet, do not over mix.
5. Add cheese and fold in with a spoon.
6. Drop heaping spoonfuls onto baking sheet.  Bake for 10-12 minutes, until biscuits are golden brown.
7. Meanwhile, melt remaining 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) of butter in small mixing bowl.  Microwave for 30 seconds or until butter is melted. 
8. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and parsley.  Stir with a pastry brush.
9. Remove biscuits from oven, brush with melted butter mixture.  Serve and enjoy!