These Honey Garlic Parmesan Biscuits are a game-changer for your dinner table! Imagine biting into warm, flaky layers infused with savory garlic and parmesan, all topped with a luscious honey butter that melts into every crevice. Ready in just 40 minutes, these biscuits strike the perfect balance between savory and sweet flavors – making them an irresistible addition to weeknight meals or special occasions alike.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Perfect Texture: The combination of flour and cornmeal creates biscuits with a delightful crumb that’s both tender inside and slightly crisp outside.
  • Flavor Explosion: Garlic, parmesan, and honey butter create an incredible flavor profile that elevates these beyond ordinary biscuits.
  • Impressive Yet Simple: These biscuits look and taste like they came from a fancy restaurant, but they’re surprisingly straightforward to make at home.
  • Versatile: They pair beautifully with everything from soups and stews to Sunday roasts or even as a stand-alone snack.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • All-purpose flour: The foundation of our biscuits, providing structure while keeping them tender.
  • Medium grind cornmeal: Adds a subtle texture and delightful crunch that sets these biscuits apart.
  • Baking powder: The leavening agent that helps our biscuits rise beautifully.
  • Garlic powder: Infuses every bite with savory goodness without the harshness of fresh garlic.
  • Salt: Enhances all the flavors and balances the sweetness from the honey.
  • Cold butter: The secret to flaky layers! Shredding it like cheese creates perfect little pockets of buttery goodness.
  • Parmesan cheese: Adds a salty, umami-rich dimension that makes these biscuits irresistible.
  • Whole milk: Provides richness and helps bind everything together for a tender crumb.
  • Honey: Adds subtle sweetness that complements the savory elements perfectly.
  • Fresh thyme: Brings a fragrant, herbal note to the honey butter topping.

Note: You’ll find the complete list of ingredients, along with their exact measurements, in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Variations

Want to put your own spin on these heavenly biscuits? Here are some ideas:

  • Herb Lovers: Add 1-2 tablespoons of fresh chopped herbs like rosemary, chives, or sage to the dough.
  • Extra Cheesy: Mix in 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar or gruyere along with the parmesan.
  • Spicy Kick: Add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the dry ingredients for a subtle heat.
  • Breakfast Version: Fold in 1/4 cup of cooked, crumbled bacon bits before cutting the biscuits.

How to Make Honey Garlic Parmesan Biscuits

Step 1: Prepare Your Oven and Skillet

Preheat your oven to 425°F. Take a 10-inch cast iron skillet and give it a generous rub with butter to prevent sticking and add flavor.

Step 2: Mix Your Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, and salt. Now for the fun part – use your hands to mix in the stick of shredded cold butter and parmesan cheese. The warmth of your fingers will slightly incorporate the butter without melting it completely. Pour in the milk and honey, then mix until just combined. Remember, overmixing is the enemy of tender biscuits!

Step 3: The Folding Technique

Turn your dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Now comes the secret to those gorgeous flaky layers: fold one side into the center, then the other side on top (like folding a letter). Turn the dough horizontally, flatten again, and repeat the folding process once more. This creates the incredible layers that make these biscuits special.

Step 4: Cut and Arrange

After one final turn and flattening to about 3/4-inch thickness, use a 3-inch biscuit cutter to cut circles. Press straight down and lift straight up without twisting (twisting seals the edges and prevents rising). Arrange your biscuits in the buttered skillet, brush the tops with milk, and tuck the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter around them.

Step 5: Bake to Golden Perfection

Slide your skillet into the preheated oven and bake for 20-22 minutes until the tops are beautifully golden brown.

Step 6: Prepare the Honey Butter

While the biscuits work their magic in the oven, make the honey butter. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over low heat until it turns a light amber color (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in the honey, fresh thyme, and a pinch of sea salt.

Pro Tips for Making the Recipe

  • Cold Ingredients: Keep your butter and milk refrigerated until right before using. Cold butter creates steam pockets as it melts in the oven, resulting in flakier biscuits.
  • Shred Don’t Cube: Shredding the cold butter instead of cutting it into cubes creates more surface area and better distribution throughout the dough.
  • Minimal Handling: Touch the dough as little as possible once the liquid is added. Overworking develops gluten and leads to tough biscuits.
  • Sharp Cutter: Use a sharp biscuit cutter and press straight down without twisting to ensure proper rising.
  • Cast Iron Magic: The cast iron skillet creates beautifully crisp bottoms and sides that you just can’t achieve on a regular baking sheet.

How to Serve

These biscuits are incredibly versatile and can be served in numerous delicious ways:

Perfect Pairings:

  • Serve alongside hearty soups like potato leek or beef stew
  • Add to a holiday table next to roasted turkey or ham
  • Enjoy with a big salad for a satisfying lunch
  • Split and use as the base for breakfast sandwiches with eggs and bacon

Serving Suggestions:

For maximum enjoyment, serve these biscuits warm with a generous slather of the browned honey butter. Sprinkle with a bit of flaky sea salt right before serving for an extra touch of flavor and texture.

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

Store completely cooled biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Freezing

Freeze baked biscuits by wrapping individually in plastic wrap, then storing in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Alternatively, freeze unbaked biscuit rounds on a parchment-lined tray, then transfer to a freezer bag once solid. Bake from frozen, adding about 5 extra minutes to the baking time.

Reheating

For the freshest taste, reheat biscuits in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes until warmed through. The microwave works in a pinch (about 15-20 seconds), but the texture won’t be quite as good. Wrapping in foil helps maintain moisture during oven reheating.

FAQs

  1. Can I make these biscuits without a cast iron skillet?

    Absolutely! While a cast iron skillet gives the biscuits a wonderful crispy exterior, you can use a regular baking sheet lined with parchment paper instead. Arrange the biscuits so they’re just touching for soft sides or about an inch apart for crispier sides.

  2. Why do I need to shred the butter instead of cubing it?

    Shredding cold butter creates thin, even pieces that distribute more evenly throughout the dough. This means better incorporation without overworking the dough, resulting in those beautiful flaky layers we all love. It’s a game-changing technique!

  3. Can I substitute the whole milk with something else?

    Yes! Buttermilk works wonderfully and adds a slight tanginess. Plant-based milks like almond or oat will work in a pinch, but the texture might be slightly different. For extra richness, try half-and-half or even heavy cream.

  4. My biscuits didn’t rise as much as I expected. What happened?

    Several factors could be at play – check that your baking powder is fresh (it loses potency after about 6 months), make sure you didn’t overwork the dough, and remember not to twist the biscuit cutter when cutting the dough as this can seal the edges and prevent proper rising.

Final Thoughts

These Honey Garlic Parmesan Biscuits are truly special – they strike that perfect balance between impressive and achievable that makes home cooking so rewarding. Whether you’re serving them alongside your favorite comfort food or enjoying them on their own with a generous smear of that heavenly honey butter, they’re bound to become a staple in your recipe collection. The combination of savory garlic, nutty parmesan, and sweet honey creates something truly magical that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Give them a try this week – your dinner table (and family) will thank you!

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Honey Garlic Parmesan Biscuits Recipe

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  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Side-dishes
  • Method: Baking
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

Honey Garlic Parmesan Biscuits are soft, flaky, and buttery with a hint of garlic and parmesan, served with a delectable browned honey butter glaze for a perfect savory treat.

Ingredients

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Biscuit Dough

    • 2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1/2 cup medium grind cornmeal
    • 1 tbsp baking powder
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1 stick cold salted butter, shredded (like cheese)
    • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
    • 1 cup whole milk
    • 2 tsp honey

Honey Butter

  • 4 tbsp salted butter
  • 1 1/2 tsp honey
  • 1 tbsp fresh chopped thyme
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the oven and skillet: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Rub a 10-inch cast iron skillet with butter.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, and salt.
  3. Add butter and parmesan: Using your hands, mix in 1 stick of shredded butter and parmesan cheese until well incorporated.
  4. Incorporate the liquid ingredients: Pour over the milk and add the honey. Mix until just combined to form a dough.
  5. Shape the dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Pat into a 1-inch-thick rectangle. Fold one side into the center, then the other side on top (like folding a letter). Turn the dough horizontally, flatten into a rectangle again, and repeat the folding. Repeat this process one more time and flatten the dough to a 3/4-inch-thick rectangle.
  6. Cut and arrange biscuits: Using a biscuit cutter, cut the dough into 3-inch circles. Re-roll the remaining dough and repeat cutting. Arrange the biscuits evenly in the prepared skillet. Brush the tops with milk and place 2 tablespoons of butter around the biscuits.
  7. Bake the biscuits: Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, approximately 20-22 minutes.
  8. Prepare the honey butter: While biscuits are baking, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over low heat, cooking until lightly browned (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat, then mix in the honey, thyme, and sea salt.
  9. Serve and enjoy: Serve warm biscuits topped with browned honey butter and flaky salt. Optionally, garnish with fresh thyme for extra flavor.

Notes

  • Use cold butter for the flakiest biscuits. Shredding the butter ensures even distribution.
  • Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough biscuits.
  • Browning the butter for the honey glaze enhances its flavor and aroma.
  • This recipe is perfect for serving warm with the honey butter for the best experience.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 biscuit
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Hi, I’m Julia! A foodie who believes in keeping cooking simple, fun, and full of flavor. From quick weeknight meals to tasty treats, I’m here to share recipes that make life a little easier—and a lot more delicious. Let’s get cooking!

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