Cheddar Sausage Biscuits (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Meat & Dairy

01 - 1 pound sweet Italian sausage, no casings (454g)
02 - 3/4 cup ice-cold unsalted butter, diced into little cubes (170g)
03 - 8 ounces freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
04 - 1 1/4 cups chilled buttermilk (285ml)
05 - 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter to brush over (28g)

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 3 cups plain all-purpose flour (360g)
07 - 1 tablespoon tightly packed light brown sugar (14g)
08 - 1 tablespoon baking powder (14g)
09 - 1 teaspoon regular salt

→ Seasonings & Fresh Herbs

10 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
13 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions, plus extra for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it into little chunks as it browns. Leave it to cool down completely.
02 - Heat your oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
03 - Whisk flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a big bowl until evenly mixed.
04 - Cut the butter into the dry mix using a pastry cutter until it’s crumbly. Stir in the shredded cheese and the cooked sausage.
05 - Mix the scallions and chilled buttermilk into the dough. Stop as soon as no dry bits are left—don’t overmix!
06 - Spoon dough onto your baking sheet using a greased 1/3 cup. Space them about 2 inches apart. You’ll get approximately 10 biscuits. Bake for 14 to 16 minutes or until golden.
07 - Brush the fresh-out-of-the-oven biscuits with the melted butter, and add extra scallions if you like. They’re best served warm!

# Notes:

01 - For the flakiest texture, keep your dairy ingredients super cold.
02 - Store leftovers in the freezer and reheat at 350°F when you’re ready to enjoy.