American Cheddar and Chive Biscuits

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour, sifted
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
• 3 cup buttermilk, cold

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 02
   In a large bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. 03
   Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 04
   Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped chives until evenly distributed.
5. 05
   Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the cold buttermilk. Gently stir until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
6. 06
   Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently 3-4 times until it holds together.
7. 07
   Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick round. Use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
8. 08
   Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
9. 09
   Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.