Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits (Sweet, Savory, and Irresistible!)

These Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits are the ultimate savory-sweet treat! They combine the flaky, buttery goodness of homemade biscuits with the smoky flavor of bacon, the sharpness of cheddar cheese, and a touch of sweetness from maple syrup. I love how these biscuits are both easy to make and incredibly delicious. They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, a side dish with dinner, or even a satisfying snack. Get ready for a biscuit that will have everyone asking for more!

Why You’ll Love These Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits

• Sweet and Savory: The combination of maple syrup, bacon, and cheddar cheese creates a perfectly balanced flavor profile.
• Flaky and Buttery: These biscuits are incredibly light, flaky, and buttery.
• Easy to Make: This recipe uses simple ingredients and straightforward instructions.
• Perfect for Any Occasion: Enjoy them for breakfast, brunch, dinner, or as a snack.
• Crowd-Pleaser: These biscuits are always a hit with family and friends.

Ingredients for Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits

Here’s what you’ll need to make these delicious biscuits. The full list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

Main Ingredients

• Bacon, diced (Meat)
• All-purpose flour (Dry Ingredient)
• Shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese (Dairy)
• Baking powder (Leavening Agent)
• Kosher salt (Seasoning)
• Baking soda (Leavening Agent)
• Unsalted butter, frozen (Fat)
• Buttermilk (Dairy)
• Maple syrup, divided (Sweetener)
• Melted unsalted butter (for brushing) (Fat)

(Note: the full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card below.)

Variations

I love these Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits as is, but here are a few ideas for variations:

• Different Cheese: Use a blend of cheeses, such as Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or pepper jack.
• Add Herbs: Stir in some chopped fresh chives, parsley, or thyme to the dough.
• Make it Spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the dough.
• Different Meat: Use cooked and crumbled sausage or ham instead of bacon.
• Add Sweetness: Add some brown sugar

How to Make Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits

Let me show you how to make these incredibly flavorful Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits:

Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet

1. I preheat my oven to 450 degrees F (230°C).
2. I line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Cook the Bacon

1. I heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. I add the diced bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes.
3. I drain off the excess fat.
4. I transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.

Combine Dry Ingredients

1. In a large bowl, I combine the cooked bacon, flour, shredded cheddar cheese, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.

Grate Butter and Combine

1. I grate the frozen butter using the large holes of a box grater. This helps to distribute the butter evenly throughout the dough, creating flaky layers.
2. I stir the grated butter into the flour mixture.

Add Wet Ingredients

1. In a medium bowl, I whisk together the buttermilk and 4 tablespoons of the maple syrup.
2. I add the buttermilk mixture to the flour mixture and stir using a rubber spatula until a soft dough forms.

Knead and Shape Dough

1. I working on a lightly floured surface.
2. I knead the dough 3-4 times until it comes together.
3. Using a rolling pin, I roll the dough into a 1 ¼-inch thick rectangle.
4. I cut out 12 rounds using a 2 to 2 ½-inch biscuit or cookie cutter.

Chill and Bake

1. I place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet.
2. I place in the freezer for 15 minutes. Chilling the biscuits before baking helps to create a flakier texture.
3. I remove the biscuits from the freezer.
4. I place them into the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.

Make Maple Butter and Brush

1. While baking, In a small bowl, I whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and the melted butter.
2. I brush the warm biscuits with the maple-butter mixture.

Tips and Tricks for the BEST Biscuits

Here are my secrets for making these biscuits truly exceptional:

• Use Cold Ingredients: Using cold butter and buttermilk is essential for creating flaky biscuits.
• Grate the Butter: Grating the frozen butter helps to distribute it evenly throughout the dough, creating flaky layers.
• Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the dough can make the biscuits tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
• Chill the Dough: Chilling the dough before baking helps to prevent the biscuits from spreading too much.
• High Oven Temperature: Baking at a high temperature (450°F/230°C) helps to create a crispy exterior.

How to Serve

These Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits are delicious served:

• Warm: Enjoy them warm from the oven, with the maple butter melting into all the nooks and crannies.
• Breakfast or Brunch: A perfect addition to your breakfast or brunch spread.
• Side Dish: Serve them alongside soup, salad, or your favorite main course.
• Snack: A satisfying and flavorful snack.

Make Ahead and Storage

You can prepare the biscuit dough ahead of time and store it, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Baked biscuits can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.

FAQs about Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits

• Can I use a different type of cheese?
  • Yes, you can use any type of cheese you like, such as Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or pepper jack.
• Can I make these without the bacon?
  • Yes, you can omit the bacon for a vegetarian version.
• Can I freeze these biscuits?
  • Yes, you can.

Enjoy these flaky, buttery, and incredibly delicious Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits! They’re a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors that’s sure to be a hit.

Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits

• Author: Caoimhe Byrne
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Chill Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 18minutes
• Total Time: 53 minutes
• Yield: 12 1x
• Category: Bread, Biscuits, Breakfast, Brunch, Side Dish
• Cuisine: American, Southern

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Description

These Maple Bacon Cheddar Biscuits are a savory and slightly sweet treat. They combine the flakiness of biscuits with the smoky flavor of bacon, the sharpness of cheddar cheese, and a hint of maple syrup. A final brush of maple butter adds extra richness.

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Ingredients

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• 8 slices bacon, diced
• 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks, 170g) unsalted butter, frozen
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk, cold
• 6 tablespoons maple syrup (pure maple syrup recommended), divided
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

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Instructions

• Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

• Cook Bacon: Heat a large skillet (cast iron recommended) over medium-high heat. Add the diced bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the cooked bacon with a slotted spoon and transfer it to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Discard or reserve the bacon grease for another use.

• Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, shredded cheddar cheese, baking powder, kosher salt, and baking soda until well combined.

• Grate Frozen Butter: Using the large holes of a box grater, grate the frozen butter directly into the bowl with the dry ingredients.

• Cut in Butter: Using a pastry blender, your fingertips, or two forks, quickly and lightly toss the grated butter with the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. It’s important to work quickly to keep the butter cold.

• Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the cold buttermilk and 4 tablespoons of the maple syrup until well combined.

• Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture. Stir gently with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until just combined and a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.

• Knead Briefly: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead the dough 3-4 times, just until it comes together. Do not overwork the dough.

• Roll Out Dough: Using a lightly floured rolling pin, roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1 1/4 inches thick.

• Cut Biscuits: Using a 2 to 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter or cookie cutter, cut out rounds of dough. Press straight down and up; do not twist the cutter. Re-roll any scraps and cut out additional biscuits.

• Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the biscuit rounds onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.

• Freeze Biscuits: Place the baking sheet with the unbaked biscuits in the freezer for 15 minutes. This helps to ensure the biscuits are very cold before baking, which results in a flakier texture.

• Bake: Remove the baking sheet from the freezer and place it directly into the preheated oven. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown.

• Make Maple Butter: While the biscuits are baking, prepare the maple butter. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and the 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter.

• Brush with Maple Butter: As soon as the biscuits come out of the oven, brush the tops generously with the maple butter mixture.

• Serve Warm

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Notes

• Cold Ingredients: Using frozen butter and cold buttermilk is crucial for creating flaky biscuits. The cold butter creates steam in the oven, which helps the biscuits rise and become light and airy.
• Grating Butter: Grating the frozen butter makes it easier to incorporate into the dry ingredients and ensures even distribution.
• Do Not Overmix: Overmixing the dough will develop the gluten in the flour, resulting in tough biscuits. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
• Biscuit Cutter: A sharp biscuit cutter or cookie cutter will give you clean edges and help the biscuits rise properly. Avoid twisting the cutter, as this can seal the edges and prevent rising.
• Freezing Before Baking: Chilling the biscuits in the freezer before baking helps to solidify the butter and ensures a flakier texture.
• Serving Suggestion Enjoy.
• Storage Store in cool place