Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1½ cups whole milk
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup diced cooked ham
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Pour melted butter into a 9×13-inch baking dish, coating the bottom evenly.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
3. Make a well in the dry ingredients, pour in milk, and stir until just combined (batter will be thick and shaggy).
4. Fold in diced ham and shredded cheddar until evenly distributed.
5. Spoon batter over the melted butter in the dish, spreading evenly (do not stir into butter).
6. Lightly score the top into 12 squares with a sharp knife (do not cut through).
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
8. Cool a few minutes in dish, then serve warm.
Notes
Do not overmix the batter to keep biscuits tender. Use fresh baking powder for best rise. For substitutions: try Gruyere or Monterey Jack cheese, bacon instead of ham, or add herbs like rosemary. Store leftovers in airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days, or refrigerate up to 5 days. Reheat in oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Biscuits, Breads
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg