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Sage and Gruyère Biscuits Recipe

4.9 from 130 reviews

These Sage and Gruyère Biscuits are buttery, flaky, and infused with fragrant fresh sage and nutty Gruyère cheese. Perfect as a savory snack or a tasty accompaniment to soups and salads, these biscuits deliver rich flavor and a tender crumb in every bite.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, finely chopped
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and chopped fresh sage to evenly distribute the herbs and leavening agent.
  2. Add the butter: Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces.
  3. Mix in the cheese: Gently fold in the shredded Gruyère cheese, making sure it is well combined with the flour and butter mixture.
  4. Add the milk: Pour the milk gradually and stir just until the dough comes together without overmixing to keep biscuits light and tender.
  5. Shape and cut biscuits: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, pat it into a roughly 1-inch thick rectangle, then use a biscuit cutter to cut out rounds. Gather any scraps, gently re-pat, and cut more biscuits.
  6. Bake the biscuits: Place the biscuit rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each. Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown on top.
  7. Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let the biscuits cool slightly on a wire rack before serving warm.

Notes

  • Use cold butter for flakier biscuits; avoid overmixing the dough to keep texture light.
  • Fresh sage is preferred for the best flavor, but dried sage can be substituted at one-third the quantity.
  • Gruyère cheese adds a rich, nutty flavor—substitute with sharp cheddar if needed.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute milk with a plant-based milk and butter with a suitable vegan alternative.

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