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Gruyere Herb Buttermilk Biscuits

Gruyere Herb Buttermilk Biscuits freshly baked and flaky

Make bakery-style, flaky Gruyere Herb Buttermilk Biscuits at home. Rich with nutty gruyere cheese, fresh herbs, and buttery layers, these biscuits are a savory masterpiece.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tbsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed

  • 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese

  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme or rosemary

  • ¾ cup cold buttermilk + extra for brushing

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and herbs in a large bowl.

  • Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  • Stir in gruyere cheese.

  • Add buttermilk; stir until dough comes together.

  • Pat dough into a rectangle; fold into thirds. Rotate and repeat twice.

  • Cut out biscuits with a sharp cutter.

  • Place on baking sheet, close together. Brush tops with buttermilk.

 

  • Bake 14–16 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flakiness, chill the cut biscuits 10 minutes before baking.

  • Substitute fontina or sharp cheddar for gruyere if desired.

 

  • Add cracked black pepper for a savory kick.

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