Creating your own Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix at home is not only a fun and rewarding experience, but it also makes for a delightful and thoughtful food gift. By combining the dry ingredients and packaging them in a charming mason jar, you can provide your loved ones with a taste of restaurant-quality biscuits they can enjoy anytime.
Simply layer the ingredients neatly, attach a festive ribbon, and include a handwritten tag with the baking instructions. This homemade gift is perfect for holidays, birthdays, or just because—it offers a personal touch and a delicious treat that will surely bring a smile to anyone’s face.
Copycat Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix in Jar
If you’re a fan of Red Lobster, you probably can’t resist their iconic Cheddar Bay Biscuits. These warm, cheesy, and garlicky biscuits are the perfect accompaniment to any meal and have become a favorite indulgence for many. But what if you could enjoy these delightful biscuits without leaving your kitchen? We love making this biscuit mix ahead of time. Here are the biscuit mix ingredients you’ll need.
- All-purpose flour
- Baking Powder
- Sugar
- Garlic Powder
- Baking Soda
- Salt
Layer in a pint jar and cover tightly. Label and date. This will stay fresh in your pantry for up to six months.
When you are ready to whip up a batch, add
- Milk
- Butter
- Cheddar Cheese
Make the buttery topping to brush on when they come out of the oven.
- Butter
- Dried Parsley
- Garlic Powder
- Italian Seasoning or Old Bay Seasoning
That’s where our copycat recipe for the Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix comes in. With just a few simple ingredients, you can recreate the magic of these biscuits at home. Whether you’re planning a special dinner or just craving a delicious snack, this recipe will bring the comforting flavors of Red Lobster right to your table.
Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix Copycat Recipe
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Kitchen Essentials
Ingredients
Using a pint jar and a funnel add
- 2 Cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 Tablespoon Baking Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Sugar
- ½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ¼ Teaspoon Baking Soda
- ¼ Teaspoon Salt
To Make the Cheddar Bay Biscuits Add to the Mix
- 1 Cup Milk or Cold Water
- 1/3 Cup Cold Butter
- ¾ Cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded
Buttery Topping
- 1/4 Cup Butter melted
- 1 Teaspoon Dried Parsley
- 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Teaspoon Italian Seasoning or 1/4 Teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
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Instructions
Gifts in a Jar Biscuit Mix
- Here are the biscuit mix ingredients you’ll need, All-purpose flour, Baking Powder, Sugar, Garlic Powder, Baking Soda, Salt
- Layer in a pint jar and cover tightly. Label and date. This will stay fresh in your pantry for up to six months.
- When you are ready to whip up a batch, add Milk, Butter, Cheddar Cheese.
- Make the buttery topping to brush on when they come out of the oven. Melted Butter, Dried Parsley, Garlic Powder, Italian Seasoning or Old Bay Seasoning.
Cheddar Bay Biscuit Directions
- Or you can just make the Cheddar Biscuits right away. Here’s how.
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, garlic powder, and salt.
- Add the cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour in the milk and stir until just combined. Careful not to overmix.
- Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, drop about 1/4 cup of dough onto the prepared baking sheet for each biscuit.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown.
- While the biscuits are baking, melt the butter in a small bowl. Stir in the garlic powder and dried parsley.
- As soon as the biscuits come out of the oven, brush them generously with the garlic butter topping.
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Recipe Tips for Success
Use Cold Butter. Ensure your butter is very cold before incorporating it into the flour mixture. This technique helps create flaky layers in the biscuits.
Freeze Butter and Shred. I find that these mix up quickly if I freeze the stick of butter first then use a box grater to shred the butter before adding to the dry ingredients.
Avoid Overmixing. Overmixing the dough can lead to tough biscuits. Mix just until the ingredients are combined for the best texture.
Choose the Right Cheese. Sharp cheddar cheese offers the best flavor, but don’t hesitate to experiment with other cheese varieties to suit your taste preferences.
Be Generous with the Topping. Apply the garlic butter topping liberally. This is essential for achieving the biscuits’ signature taste.
Storing and Reheating Leftover Biscuits
Place any leftover Cheddar Bay biscuits in an airtight container or freezer bag. Keep them at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain their freshness.
When you’re ready to enjoy the biscuits again, you can reheat them in the oven for 5-10 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit. While you can use the microwave, they tend to get a bit rubbery if heated too long. Simply place the biscuits on a microwave-safe plate and heat for about 10-15 seconds, or until warm.
Freezing Biscuits. If you want to store the biscuits for a longer period, you can freeze them. Place the biscuits in zippered freezer bags and store them in the freezer for up to 2 months.
You can find Victoria crocheting, quilting, and creating recipes. She has cooked in restaurants for over 20 years, including many larger parties. She learned to crochet when she was just 11 years old and has been crocheting ever since; over 50 years now. Over 40 years ago, she loved her first class in sewing and continues to hone her skills in quilting. Many have enjoyed the handmade gifts over the years. In her professional career, she has worked in management in a wide variety of businesses including higher education as a dean of a division. All the while attending college part-time to achieve her doctorate in higher education with an emphasis in e-learning.
Loved being able to make this biscuit mix ahead of time. This will be great for gift giving.