Red Lobster Cheddar Bay At HOME!
I had no idea it was feasible, much less so EASY to recreate that buttery, garlic-filled, and cheesy flavor of Red Lobster’s Cheddar Bay Biscuits at home!
But thanks to simple ingredients, like the use of a package of Bisquick (which is just a mix of flour, leavening and a little salt!) you can have these any night of the week.
What makes this copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits recipe so special (and as good as the real thing)?
The best part—that garlic butter sauce… *MUAH* Need I say more?!
They come together fast, thanks to Bisquick! (So you can skip gathering up flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, etc.)
They have the perfect ratio of dry to wet ingredients so they turn out fluffy AND moist.
Easy drop biscuits are so simple to whip up and throw in the oven.
Ingredients and Substitutions
For the exact measurements and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card below.
- Seasonings. If you want these to taste like Red Lobster, choose an Italian seasoning blend. Or, stick with just dried basil.
- Bisquick. You can either use a regular or a gluten-free blend from the grocery store. Don’t have Bisquick? Learn how to make your own Homemade Bisquick.
- Garlic powder. This mixes easier into the batter and the garlic butter than fresh. But feel free to use garlic cloves (which I personally like the flavor better!). Just make sure to finely mince the garlic.
- Milk. While whole dairy milk and buttermilk will give you the best results, you can use whatever type you prefer. If using a plant-based alternative just make sure it’s full-fat.
- Cheese. Sharp cheddar cheese will give you the most authentic flavor. But you can sub in another variety if you’d like.
Step-by-step Instructions
Please see the recipe card below for the full instructions, ingredient amounts, and a printable recipe.
Make the biscuit batter.
In a large bowl, mix together the Bisquick, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and salt. Stir until everything is evenly distributed.
Carefully pour in the milk, whisked eggs, and butter. Use a spatula to stir until a soft dough forms. Finally, stir in the cheese. Don’t overwork the biscuit dough or they won’t be fluffy
Scoop and bake.
Use a measuring cup or large spoon to scoop about ¼-cup of batter onto a prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper. You should end up with 12 biscuits.
Bake the biscuits for 14 to 16 minutes in a preheated 375℉ oven. They should be just starting to turn golden brown around the edges.
Make the butter topping and serve.
Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in a small, microwave-safe bowl. Carefully whisk in the other ½ teaspoon of garlic powder and the Italian seasoning. Set it aside until the biscuits are ready.
When the biscuits are just out of the oven, brush the tops with the buttery topping using a pastry brush. This allows the butter to really melt into the biscuits.
Serve the biscuits right away with some fresh parsley.
FAQs
The restaurant version of Red Lobster’s famous cheddar biscuits is so unique because of the delicious combination of ingredients—cheese, butter, garlic, and seasonings.
Red Lobster biscuits are made of a light and fluffy biscuit base with cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasonings added for a unique flavor.
Fortunately, leftover biscuits keep really well for a few days if you store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To reheat, put them in the toaster oven or regular oven so they get nice and crispy on the outside. However, placing them in the microwave heats them up quite a bit faster.
What to serve with it?
While you might be used to enjoying these copycat cheddar bay biscuits with seafood at Red Lobster, they are quite delicious with just about any main course.
Of course, you can choose fish like Air Fryer Salmon, Baked Lemon Dill Salmon, or Honey Sriracha Glazed Salmon. Or try these Coconut Shrimp and Coconut Shrimp Sauce from Red Lobster.
You can also go with Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken or Glazed Balsamic Chicken.
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Copycat Red Lobster Biscuits with Bisquick
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces package Bisquick gluten free if needed
- 1 ¼ cup whole milk buttermilk, or a full-fat plant-based alternative
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder divided
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs whisked
- ½ cup butter salted, divided
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese finely shredded
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasonings or dried basil
Instructions
- Make the Batter: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Add Bisquick, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and salt to a large bowl. Whisk until combined. Pour in the milk, whisked eggs, and melted butter that has cooled to room temperature. Mix with a spatula until a soft dough forms. Add cheese and stir until mixture is just combined, but dough is not overmixed.16 ounces package Bisquick, 1 ¼ cup whole milk, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, 2 eggs, ½ cup butter, 1 cup Cheddar cheese
- Scoop and Bake: Place ¼-cup of batter for each biscuit onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. You should end up with 12 biscuits. Bake for 14-16 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the edges begin to brown slightly.
- Make Butter Topping: While biscuits are baking, melt the remaining 4 Tbsp. of butter in a small bowl in the microwave and then whisk in ½ tsp. garlic powder and the Italian seasoning.1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ cup butter, ½ teaspoon Italian seasonings
- Top with Butter and Serve: Brush garlic butter over biscuits using a pastry brush as soon as they come out of the oven. Serve biscuits immediately with a sprinkle of finely chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
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Notes
- Biqusick: Bisquick and store-brand varieties are affordable and readily available.
- Mixing: Don’t overwork the batter or the homemade cheddar biscuits will be dense.
- Garlic: While I almost always recommend fresh garlic, the powdered version works best in this recipe.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Real good! Taste is wonderful and texture is pillow soft. Thanks for sharing
The texture is one of my favorite parts of these tasty biscuits! Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment and a rating!
These biscuits are delicious! I will be making again Family likes them and that’s what counts!
Yay! It’s always great when the family loves a recipe. Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment!
Do you mean whole milk OR buttermilk?
The recipe calls for whole milk, but you can sub in buttermilk or another milk variety, like a plant-based type.
Sounds wonderful. Will try tomorrow. Thanks much.
Yay! So happy to hear you want to try the recipe! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment and rating!
Can you use this in chicken and dumplings?
I don’t see why not, Rosemary. It depends on the recipe as you would want one with a drop-style biscuit. Let me know how it turns out!
These look even better than Red Lobster’s and that’s the truth. They look so stinking tasty… and I don’t have to change out of my pajamas to get to them! Perfection!
LOL… thanks so much Karly!! Food that can be eaten in your pajamas is always the best!!
They look so good. Cheesy biscuits are the best, thanks for the idea
Thanks, Keith! Yes, cheesy biscuits are the best 🙂