Savory Cheese and Herb Biscuits

Savory Cheese and Herb Biscuits recipe videos

Savory Cheese and Herb Biscuits are a type of quick bread, leavened with baking powder or soda, featuring a tender, flaky texture. They are typically made with flour, cold butter, milk or buttermilk, and generously flavored with grated cheese (like cheddar) and fresh or dried herbs such as chives, parsley, or rosemary. This style of biscuit is a staple in American and British home baking, often served as a side to soups, stews, or breakfast dishes.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These biscuits are generally high in carbohydrates from the flour and fat from the butter and cheese, with a moderate amount of protein from the dairy and flour. They provide key nutrients like calcium and fat-soluble vitamins from the cheese, and a single biscuit typically contains around 200-300 calories, depending on size and recipe specifics.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	700 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	150 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.3 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.15 mg
Niacin	3 mg

Per 2 biscuits (100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, biscuits are a cornerstone of American Southern cuisine, where they are a beloved comfort food, while similar savory scones hold a prominent place in British tea culture. Nutritionally, the combination of fat and protein from cheese can help slow the absorption of carbohydrates, potentially making them more satiating than a plain, sweet biscuit.