Description
Protein Biscuits with Smoked Turkey and Cheddar Cheese (plant-based) combine smoky, savory flavors with a rich, flaky texture, making a protein-packed and hearty treat perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a satisfying snack. Easy to make with simple, wholesome ingredients, these biscuits offer a delicious balance of taste and nutrition in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Fats and Dairy Alternatives
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (plant-based), cut into cubes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plant-based)
Protein and Flavor
- 1 cup diced smoked turkey
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup milk (plant-based)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and natural gelling agent. Stir thoroughly until evenly mixed to ensure proper rise and texture in the biscuits.
- Cut in the cold butter (plant-based): Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the cold plant-based butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. This step is essential to achieve the desired flakiness in the biscuits.
- Add cheese (plant-based) and smoked turkey: Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese (plant-based) and diced smoked turkey, distributing them evenly without overworking the dough to preserve pockets of melty cheese and savory turkey.
- Mix in wet ingredients: In a separate container, combine the plant-based milk and apple cider vinegar (natural). Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until the dough comes together, being careful not to overmix to maintain tender and flaky biscuits.
- Shape and bake the biscuits: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a rectangle about 1 inch thick. Cut the dough into rounds or squares, then place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
- Keep butter cold to ensure flaky texture.
- Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough biscuits.
- Use a natural gelling agent to help the cheese melt uniformly.
- Dice smoked turkey finely for even distribution throughout the dough.
- Let the biscuits cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to settle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: protein biscuits, smoked turkey, cheddar cheese plant-based, savory biscuits, protein snack, breakfast biscuits