These Cheddar Bay Biscuits are a perfect Red Lobster Copycat with their crispy outsides, soft insides, tasty seasonings, sharp cheddar cheese and yummy garlic and parsley butter topping! Baked just right, these buttery biscuits are easy to make and will make any meal better!

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When I was a kid, one of the special restaurants my grandparents liked to go to was Red Lobster. We loved the seafood, but it’s their warm biscuits that are a favorite!

I’m not sure what makes them so good if it’s the buttermilk biscuit base the garlic and cheese flavors or the herby garlic butter on top One thing everyone loves about Red Lobster’s savory buttermilk biscuits is that they are always served fresh!
This easy recipe is quick enough to make for a busy weeknight meal but it tastes good enough for any dinner party or special occasion too.

These copycat Red Lobster Biscuits taste just like the real thing and we love them so much!

Why We Love This Recipe

• These copycat Cheddar Bay Biscuits are super easy to make from scratch!
• You can easily change the seasonings or type of cheese used for a different flavor.
• Ready in just 40 minutes, you can enjoy these famous biscuits for weeknight dinners or special occasions!

What You’ll Need

• Flour – Regular all purpose flour is best for these biscuits.
• Leavening Agents – Use both baking powder and baking soda to make these biscuits soft and fluffy inside.
• Sugar – White sugar adds a light sweetness that balances the savory tastes.
• Garlic Powder – Used to season the biscuits and the buttery topping.
• Salt – Brings out the flavors in the biscuits.
• Salted Butter – Use some salted butter to make the biscuit dough and then some to melt for the topping.
• Cheese – Sharp cheddar cheese gives the best authentic Red Lobster taste, but you can use any other shredded cheese if you like.
• Buttermilk – Use buttermilk or regular milk for the biscuit dough.
• Parsley – Some dried or fresh parsley is great for topping the biscuits before serving.

How to Make This Recipe

1. Mix dry ingredients

Whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, sugar, garlic powder and salt in a large bowl. Stir in the cheese with a spoon.

2. Mix wet ingredients

Combine the melted butter and buttermilk until small lumps form.

3. Combine mixes

Add the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture.

4. Stir

Stir the mixes together with a spoon until evenly mixed.

5. Make biscuits

Place the biscuit dough by ¼-cupfuls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

6. Bake and brush

Bake for 12-15 minutes in a preheated oven, until golden brown. Combine butter, garlic powder, and parsley. Simply Brush on top of the cheddar biscuits, and serve.

Recipe FAQ’s

How do I store Cheddar Bay Biscuits?

Store the biscuits once they have completely cooled in a tightly sealed container or Ziploc bag for up to 6 days on the counter or in the fridge

Can I freeze Cheddar Bay Biscuits?

Yes! These biscuits freeze well! Wait until the biscuits have cooled, then put them in a Ziploc bag or freezer-safe container. They’ll keep well in the freezer for up to 3/4 months, then thaw your frozen biscuits and reheat as desired. Or, you can freeze the biscuit dough before baking. Quickly freeze the dough balls on a baking tray then store them in the freezer.

How did Cheddar Bay Biscuits get their name?

Originally, the biscuits were called “hot cheese garlic bread but they were later renamed Cheddar Bay Biscuits to match the marine theme of the restaurant when they gained popularity.

Tips for Success

Cast Iron Skillet. You can also bake these in a 10-inch cast iron skillet instead of a baking sheet if you prefer.

Good quality ingredients. For best results, choose good-quality ingredients. As we’re making these biscuits from scratch (no extra flavorings or preservatives here!), the flavor will come from the freshness and quality of the ingredients used.

Bisquick Baking Mix Cheddar Bay Biscuits

You can save time by using Bisquick mix for this recipe if you have it. The results will be similar, and who doesn’t like convenience sometimes, right?Just use the same amount of flour in the Bisquick mix skip adding flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

Follow the recipe as usual. It’s as simple as that!

Substitutions and Variations

• Spice it up. Add a bit of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for some extra spice!
• Change the herbs. You can easily change the taste of these biscuits by using different herbs. Try basil, cilantro or rosemary depending on what goes well with your main dish.
• Buttermilk substitute. You can use regular whole milk instead of buttermilk but the acidity of buttermilk works best. If you don’t have buttermilk on hand add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to a 1-cup measuring cup then fill it the rest of the way with whole milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using. The acid will curdle the milk making it a good replacement for buttermilk in any recipe!