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Irish Cheddar and Stout Biscuits

Buttery Irish Cheddar and Stout Biscuits for Your Table

Delightfully flaky Irish Cheddar and Stout Biscuits perfect for any meal, especially for St. Patrick's Day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 biscuits
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour consider using a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder essential for lift
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps biscuits brown
  • 1 tablespoon sugar balances savory flavors
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt opt for Diamond Kosher
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard adds tanginess
  • 1 cup Irish stout Guinness works well
  • 6 tablespoons frozen Irish butter grated for flakiness
  • 1 cup aged Irish cheddar grated
For Serving Suggestions
  • 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt for sprinkling on top
  • 2 tablespoons butter for brushing

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • box grater
  • Baking sheet
  • knife or biscuit cutter

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and kosher salt.
  2. In another bowl, mix Dijon mustard and chilled Irish stout; chill this mixture.
  3. Grate frozen Irish butter into the flour mixture and toss gently until coated.
  4. Fold in the grated aged Irish cheddar until well distributed.
  5. Make a well in the dry mixture and pour in the stout mixture; stir gently until shaggy dough forms.
  6. Transfer dough to a floured surface and fold it over itself a few times, then pat into a 1-inch thick square.
  7. Cut the dough into squares or rounds and arrange on a baking sheet; freeze for 15 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 425°F. Brush tops of biscuits with butter and sprinkle with sea salt before baking.
  9. Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown; cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuitCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These biscuits are best enjoyed warm and can be served with soups or stews. Leftover dough can be frozen for later use.

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