Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon, or more to taste
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 5 tablespoons shortening
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
Why This Recipe Is So Loved
Helpful Cooking Tips
- Do not overwork the dough; handle it gently to keep the texture light.
- Brush the tops with melted butter before baking for a golden, shiny finish.
Step 1
Gently heat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning it now and then, until it’s nice and crispy—this should take about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon on paper towels and let it cool enough to crumble.
Step 2
In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Cut in the shortening until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Pour in the buttermilk and stir just until the dough comes together. Then gently fold in the crumbled bacon and shredded Cheddar cheese.
Step 3
Scoop heaping spoonfuls of the dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them out a bit. Pop the tray in the oven and bake until the biscuits turn golden brown, around 10 to 12 minutes. Enjoy them warm right out of the oven!
