Ham and Cheddar Biscuits
Ham and Cheddar Biscuits
These Ham and Cheddar Biscuits are soft, flaky, buttery, and packed with savory ham and melty cheddar cheese in every bite. Rolled out and cut just like classic homemade biscuits, these layered buttermilk biscuits bake up golden brown with tender flaky texture and rich homemade flavor.
Perfect for breakfast, brunch, holidays, lunch, or an easy side dish, these homemade biscuits are comforting, hearty, and incredibly delicious served warm straight from the oven. Whether you enjoy them with eggs, soup, or simply slathered with butter, these cheesy ham biscuits are always a crowd favorite.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Soft flaky biscuit layers
- Loaded with cheddar cheese and ham
- Easy homemade comfort food
- Perfect for breakfast or dinner
- Rich buttery flavor
- Great make-ahead recipe
Here’s What You Need
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup cold buttermilk
How To Make Ham and Cheddar Biscuits
Step 1: Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
Step 3: Cut in the Butter
Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture.
Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with small pea-sized butter pieces throughout.
The cold butter helps create flaky biscuit layers.
Step 4: Add the Ham and Cheese
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and diced ham until evenly combined.
Step 5: Add the Buttermilk
Pour in the cold buttermilk and gently stir until a soft dough forms.
Do not overmix the dough.
Step 6: Roll and Fold the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
Gently pat or roll the dough into a rectangle.
Fold the dough over onto itself several times to help create flaky layers.
Roll the dough out to about 1-inch thickness.
Step 7: Cut Out the Biscuits
Using a biscuit cutter or round glass, cut out the biscuits.
Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet with the sides lightly touching for taller softer biscuits.
Gather the remaining dough scraps and repeat.
Step 8: Bake the Biscuits
Bake for 14 to 16 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
Brush the warm biscuits with melted butter if desired.
Serve warm.
Tips For The Best Ham and Cheddar Biscuits
- Use very cold butter for flaky layers
- Do not overwork the dough
- Fold the dough several times for extra layers
- Freshly shredded cheddar melts best
- Bake biscuits close together for taller biscuits
What To Serve With Ham and Cheddar Biscuits
- Scrambled eggs
- Soup or chili
- Breakfast casseroles
- Holiday brunch
- Sausage gravy
- Fried eggs
- Butter and honey
Storage
Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the oven or microwave until warm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I freeze these biscuits?
Yes. Freeze baked biscuits in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
Can I use different cheese?
Absolutely. Colby Jack, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack work well too.
Why are my biscuits not flaky?
Warm butter or overmixing the dough can prevent flaky layers from forming.
These Ham and Cheddar Biscuits are buttery, flaky, cheesy, and packed with savory homemade flavor. The rolled and folded dough creates beautiful flaky layers while the cheddar cheese and ham make them hearty enough for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Fresh from the oven, these homemade biscuits are pure comfort food and always disappear fast.
