CopyCat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
3/4 cup unsalted butter, 1 1/2 sticks, divided
1 cup whole milk
8 ounces shredded mild cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

Directions

Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Add 1 stick (1/2 cup) of butter in a small microwave-safe mixing bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds or until butter is melted. Set aside.

In a large mixing bowl combine flour, baking powder, sugar, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Whisk until well combined.
Add melted butter and milk and whisk just until flour is all wet, do not over mix.

Add cheese and fold in with a spoon.

Drop heaping spoonfuls onto baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until biscuits are golden brown.

Meanwhile, melt remaining 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) of butter in small mixing bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds or until butter is melted.

Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and parsley. Stir with a pastry brush.

Remove biscuits from oven, brush with melted butter mixture. Serve and enjoy!