Pin Fluffy, savory-sweet biscuits infused with cream soda and sharp cheddar, brushed with a sweet tea glaze, and served on skewers for a playful twist on classic Southern flavors.
The first time I made these biscuit skewers for a weekend get-together, my friends were instantly hooked on their unique sweet and savory balance. They couldn&t believe cream soda and cheddar could create such a fluffy biscuit, and the sweet tea glaze was everyone&s favorite finishing touch.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Baking powder: 1 tbsp
- Baking soda: 1/2 tsp
- Fine sea salt: 1/2 tsp
- Granulated sugar: 2 tbsp
- Cold unsalted butter, cubed: 1/2 cup
- Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded: 1 cup
- Cold cream soda (not diet): 1/2 cup
- Cold buttermilk: 1/2 cup
- Brewed strong sweet tea, cooled: 1/2 cup
- Honey: 2 tbsp
- Unsalted butter, melted: 1 tbsp
- Wooden or metal skewers: 12
- Extra shredded cheddar (optional): for garnish
- Fresh chives, finely chopped (optional): for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Sheet:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in Butter:
- Cut in the cold butter with a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in Cheese:
- Stir in shredded cheddar.
- Add Liquid Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, combine cream soda and buttermilk. Pour into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined, do not overwork the dough.
- Shape Biscuits:
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat out to about 1-inch thickness. Cut into 1.5-inch rounds or squares.
- Bake Biscuits:
- Place biscuits on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until golden brown.
- Make Glaze:
- While biscuits bake, whisk together sweet tea, honey, and melted butter.
- Glaze Biscuits:
- Immediately after biscuits leave the oven, brush generously with the sweet tea glaze.
- Assemble Skewers:
- Cool slightly, then carefully thread warm biscuits onto skewers (2 or 3 biscuits per skewer).
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with extra cheddar and chives if desired. Serve warm.
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When I made these for my family, my kids loved helping thread the biscuits onto skewers and everyone enjoyed snacking together before dinner. They ask for these fun biscuit skewers any time we host a party.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, pastry cutter or fork, baking sheet, parchment paper, pastry brush, and skewers are needed for shaping and assembling these unique appetizer biscuits.
Allergen Information
This recipe contains wheat and dairy. Always check cheese and butter labels for possible soy traces if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Each skewer provides 195 calories, with 10 grams of fat, 23 grams carbohydrate, and 5 grams protein for a balanced snack.
Pin Serve warm for the best texture, and don&t forget extra glaze to dip them in for more sweet tea flavor.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What type of cheese is best for these biscuits?
Sharp cheddar delivers bold flavor and melts beautifully into the dough, enhancing the savory profile of the biscuits.
- → Can I use ginger ale instead of cream soda?
Yes. Ginger ale imparts a subtle spice and similar lift, providing an interesting twist to the biscuit base.
- → How do I keep the biscuits fluffy?
Use cold ingredients and avoid over-mixing the dough to retain air pockets and light texture.
- → Is it possible to make these ahead of time?
Biscuits can be baked in advance and reheated briefly before threading onto skewers and glazing.
- → Are these biscuits vegetarian?
Yes. All ingredients are plant-based except dairy products, which suits vegetarian diets.
- → What sides pair well with these skewers?
Honey mustard, spiced jam, or a fresh green salad make ideal complements to these savory-sweet bites.