25 Flavorful Biscuits That Are Anything But Ordinary

Cheddar Biscuits

Sharp Cheddar is perfect for these flavored biscuits. The cheese adds a distinct savory flavor throughout. And since the recipe relies on pre-made biscuit mix, they come together in a snap.

Fluffy Sour Cream Biscuits

We're used to putting other dairy products into biscuits, like butter and milk, so why not try a dollop of sour cream? This makes for a tangy and moist biscuit.

Sriracha Biscuits

A spoonful of spicy, garlicky, and ever-so-slightly-sweet sriracha makes this unique flavored biscuit recipe a real winner. "These little gems are dangerous! Don't plan on eating only one," says reviewer BigShotsMom.

Garlic-Herb Butter Drop Biscuits

The trio of parsley, Italian seasonings, and powdered garlic makes these some seriously flavorful biscuits. Serve alongside soup for dipping.

Southern Biscuits with Mayonnaise

No one will ever guess that these tender biscuits are made simply from self-rising flour, mayonnaise, vegetable oil, and buttermilk. Baked up in a cast iron skillet, they're perfectly golden brown and fluffy on the inside.

Maple-Bacon Biscuits

A little sweet, a little savory, this flavored biscuit recipe is just what you need for breakfast or brunch. Mos Favorite says, "This was delicious — my only suggestion is double the recipe and make sure you have lovely jam to go with it!"

Iced Cinnamon Raisin Biscuits

Recipe creator Karen Zastrow describes these biscuits as "a quick and easy breakfast item reminiscent of a famous fast-food version." Each bite is studded with raisins and coated in vanilla glaze.

Daddy's Savory Tomato Biscuits

Swapping in tomato juice for milk creates these lovely hued biscuits. Want them to have an extra kick? Some reviewers recommend using spicy tomato juice.

Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Similar to a famous seafood chain's popular side, these cheese- and herb-filled flavored biscuits have over 1,200 five-star ratings. Make a batch to serve up alongside your favorite dishes like buttery lobster tail or shrimp Alfredo.

Lime Biscuits

Both fresh lime juice and zest give these tender biscuits a bite of citrus flavor. Recipe creator Bringhomethebakin' baked these flavored biscuits to serve alongside Mexican chicken stew, but other reviewers have also found them delicious with chili.

Air Fryer Zesty Cheddar Biscuits

Equal parts cheesy and spicy, these bold flavored biscuits are baked until golden brown in the air fryer. The dough is infused with green chiles, taco seasoning, and Cheddar for a south-of-the-border flavor.

Herb Buttermilk Biscuits

These biscuits don't mess around when it comes to their herbaceous flavor. This recipe includes thyme, savory, parsley, and basil.

Honey Butter Biscuits

Somewhere between a biscuit and a cinnamon roll, these tender pastries work both as a bread side or dessert. The dough is spread with rich honey butter, then rolled up and sliced before baking.

Garlic, Blue Cheese, and Bacon Biscuits

The trifecta of bacon, garlic, and blue cheese makes these stand-out biscuits. Use leftover bacon from breakfast to create these biscuits for dinner.

Chef John's Sweet Potato Biscuits

"This would be a great way to use leftover Thanksgiving sweet potatoes, but they're even better right on that holiday table with the rest of the feast," says Chef John. "By forming and folding dough, we develop beautifully buttery layers and avoid over mixing."

Quick Cheddar Garlic Biscuits

Standard biscuit mix gets dressed up with Cheddar and garlic powder to create flavored biscuits the whole family will love. Reviewer naples34102 shares, "Hate to say, but I gotta say it...I made from-scratch biscuits yesterday and these Garlic Cheese Biscuits, that begin with baking mix, beat them hands down. Not even close."

Cinnamon Buttermilk Biscuits

The secret to this perfectly spiced biscuit? Using cinnamon baking chips and cinnamon-coated raisins. Both add plenty of flavor to these sweet treats.

Cheddar Onion Drop Biscuits

The duo of Parmesan and Cheddar cheeses, along with minced dry onion, make up the bold flavors of these tasty biscuits. "Perfect with a bowl of chili or hearty soup in the winter or a main dish salad in the summer," says recipe creator trishthedish617.

Quick 'n Easy Blueberry Oat Biscuits

A slightly healthier spin on the breakfast biscuit, this flavored biscuit recipe incorporates oats, hemp seeds, and fresh blueberries. Serve them as an easy morning treat or snack.

Tender Potato Biscuits

Leftover mashed potatoes transform into these biscuits that are extra moist and fluffy. Reviewer javaqueen says, "These were the lightest fluffiest biscuits I have ever baked — and I've been baking for about 40 years!"

Irish Cheddar Spring Onion Biscuits

"By layering and folding the cheese into the dough, à la puff pastry, we get all the cheesy flavor without making the biscuit too dense," says Chef John. Don't skimp on getting real Irish Cheddar either; you'll be able to taste the difference.

Pumpkin Biscuits

Pumpkin purée is paired up with the trio of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger to create these fall favorite biscuits. Recipe creator Laura Owens describes them as "a staple in our holiday bread basket."

Poppy Onion Biscuits

This multi-generational recipe uses two whole grated onions for some ultra savory biscuits. Worried that picky eaters won't like the dark poppyseeds? You can always use white poppyseeds instead.

Sweet Potato and Black Pepper Biscuits

"Sweet and peppery biscuits, great for ham sandwiches with a little honey mustard," says recipe creator Zhora Autumn. "You can substitute pumpkin or winter squash for the sweet potato."

Cape Cod Biscuits

These colorful biscuits only require three simple ingredients: baking mix, milk, and whole berry cranberry sauce. The result is a lightly fruity biscuit that will become a holiday favorite.

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