Imagine biting into a warm, flaky biscuit that perfectly balances the tangy richness of goat cheese with the nutty crunch of pecans. These aren't your ordinary biscuits - they're a gourmet experience that will transform your breakfast, brunch, or side dish game forever. With just 25 minutes of total preparation time, you'll create a bakery-worthy treat that will have everyone begging for your recipe!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until thoroughly blended and any lumps are broken up.
- Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces.
- Gently fold in the crumbled goat cheese and chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture.
- Pour in the cold buttermilk and stir with a fork until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the biscuits tough.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Fold the dough over itself 3-4 times to create layers, which will help create flaky biscuits.
- Using a 2-inch round biscuit cutter, cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Press the cutter straight down without twisting to ensure even rising.
- Gather the remaining dough scraps, gently reshape, and cut out additional biscuits until all the dough is used.
- Optional: Brush the tops of the biscuits with a little extra buttermilk for a golden brown finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top and sound hollow when tapped.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Serve warm with additional goat cheese, honey, or as a side to your favorite savory dish.
Tips
- Keep your butter and buttermilk ice-cold to ensure maximum flakiness
- Don't overwork the dough - mix just until ingredients are combined
- Use a sharp biscuit cutter and press straight down without twisting to help biscuits rise evenly
- For extra richness, brush tops with buttermilk before baking
- Let biscuits rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes after cooking to help them set
- Serve warm for the most incredible texture and flavor experience
- Experiment with different nut variations like walnuts or almonds if you prefer
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 30mg
