Avocado Cheddar Breakfast Biscuits (Printable)

Fluffy biscuits with cheddar and avocado create a savory, satisfying vegetarian breakfast treat.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Dairy & Fats

06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
07 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
08 - 1/2 cup buttermilk, cold

→ Produce

09 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped

→ Egg Wash

11 - 1 large egg
12 - 1 tablespoon milk

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, sea salt, and black pepper.
03 - Add cold cubed butter and cut it into the dry mixture using a pastry cutter or fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Fold in shredded cheddar cheese, diced avocado, and chopped chives.
05 - Pour cold buttermilk into the mixture and gently mix until just combined. Avoid overworking the dough.
06 - Transfer dough onto a floured surface. Pat or roll to about 1 inch thick.
07 - Use a 2.5-inch round cutter to portion biscuits. Place onto prepared baking sheet, gathering scraps to re-cut as needed.
08 - Whisk the egg with milk, then brush over biscuit tops.
09 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until biscuits are golden brown.
10 - Allow biscuits to cool slightly and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry staples you probably already have on hand
  • Ready from start to finish in a little over thirty minutes
  • Features the creamy richness of avocado and the bold flavor of cheddar for a biscuit that stands out
  • Equally great for brunch spreads or to serve alongside eggs and coffee
02 -
  • High in healthy fats and packed with protein for a filling start
  • Freezes well both baked or unbaked for future convenience
  • Impresses at brunch or potluck tables thanks to their unique green flecks from avocado
03 -
  • Do not skip chilling the butter and buttermilk as this is the trick for developing flaky layers
  • Gently folding the ingredients keeps the biscuits light instead of dense
  • Press your cutter straight down into the dough without twisting for biscuits that rise evenly

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