Irish Cheddar Scallion Biscuits – A Flaky, Savory Treat for Any Occasion 🧈🧄

Whether you’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or hosting a cozy weekend brunch, these Irish Cheddar Scallion Biscuits bring warm, buttery comfort with a tangy twist. Packed with sharp Irish cheddar and fresh scallions, these scratch-made biscuits are light, fluffy, and impossible to resist.

Made from scratch with real buttermilk and cold butter, these biscuits rise beautifully and develop golden, crisp edges with a tender, flaky interior. They pair perfectly with eggs, soups, stews, or a warm pat of butter straight out of the oven.

Why You’ll Love These Biscuits

✅ Flaky and buttery layers
✅ Savory flavor from sharp Irish cheddar
✅ Fresh bite from scallions
✅ Easy to make with pantry staples
✅ Perfect for brunch, dinner, or snacking

Ingredients for Irish Cheddar Scallion Biscuits

Ingredient	Quantity
All-purpose flour	3 ¼ cups
Baking powder	2 tablespoons
Granulated sugar	2 tablespoons
Kosher salt	½ teaspoon
Cold unsalted butter, cubed	¾ cup
Buttermilk	1 ½ cups
Irish white cheddar, shredded	1 ¼ cups
Scallions, thinly sliced	¾ cup
Egg (for egg wash)	1
Cold water (for egg wash)	1 tablespoon

💡 Tip: Use a high-quality aged Irish white cheddar for best flavor. Kerrygold is a great option.

How to Make Irish Cheddar Scallion Biscuits

🥣 Step 1: Preheat and Prep

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

🧈 Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:

All-purpose flour
Baking powder
Sugar
Salt

This creates the foundation of your biscuit dough.

🧊 Step 3: Cut in the Butter

Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture.
Use a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs (pea-sized butter chunks are perfect).

🧊 Keeping the butter cold is essential for flaky layers.

🧀 Step 4: Add Cheese and Scallions

Stir in the shredded Irish cheddar and scallions until evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture.

This gives every bite a burst of flavor.

🥛 Step 5: Pour in the Buttermilk

Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the buttermilk.
Gently mix just until the dough comes together — do not overmix.

If dough is too dry, add a splash of buttermilk. If too sticky, add a sprinkle of flour.

💪 Step 6: Shape the Dough

Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface.
Gently pat it into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
For flaky layers, fold the dough in thirds like a letter, turn it, and repeat once or twice.

🔪 Step 7: Cut the Biscuits

Use a biscuit cutter or sharp knife to cut out biscuits.
Do not twist the cutter — press straight down to preserve the rise.
Re-roll scraps gently and cut again.

🥚 Step 8: Egg Wash

Whisk together 1 egg + 1 tbsp cold water.
Brush the tops of the biscuits with this egg wash for a glossy, golden-brown finish.

🔥 Step 9: Bake to Perfection

Place biscuits on prepared baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15–18 minutes, or until tops are golden brown and fluffy.

🧁 For softer sides, place biscuits closer together. For crisp edges, space them apart.

Serving Suggestions

These biscuits are incredibly versatile and make the perfect addition to many meals:

Serve warm with butter or honey
Pair with Irish stew or creamy soup
Use as a base for breakfast sandwiches
Add a drizzle of hot honey for a sweet-savory contrast
Slice and stuff with ham and mustard for a savory snackT

Tips for Biscuit Success

❄️ Use cold butter and cold buttermilk — warmth melts the butter too early
🌀 Don’t overmix — gentle handling keeps the texture tender
🔁 Folding the dough helps create flaky layers
🧀 Grate the cheese fresh from a block for best melt and flavor

Storage and Reheating

Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Freeze unbaked biscuits for later — bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
Reheat in a toaster oven or low oven to restore crispness.

Conclusion: Your New Favorite Biscuit Recipe

These Irish Cheddar Scallion Biscuits are fluffy, flavorful, and packed with savory character. Whether it’s St. Patrick’s Day, a holiday brunch, or just a cozy weekend, these biscuits will quickly become your go-to comfort bake.

They’re scratch-made, simple, and loaded with bold cheesy flavor and aromatic scallions — a recipe worth sharing and baking again and again.