Cheesy Biscuit Bake with Pepper Topping

Here’s a delicious and easy recipe for a Cheesy Biscuit Bake with Pepper Topping — perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy side dish!

🧀 Cheesy Biscuit Bake with Pepper Topping

Ingredients:

For the Biscuit Base:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• ½ tsp baking soda

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)

• 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed

• 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar, let sit 5 min)

• 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

For the Pepper Topping:

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1 green bell pepper, diced

• ½ cup red onion, finely chopped (optional)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & pepper to taste

• ½ tsp smoked paprika or Italian seasoning (optional)

Optional Extras:

• Cooked crumbled bacon or sausage

• Jalapeños for heat

• A sprinkle of parmesan or mozzarella on top

Instructions:

1. Prep the oven and pan:

   • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

   • Grease a 9×9” baking dish or similar.

2. Make the biscuit dough:

   • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and garlic powder.

   • Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

   • Stir in the shredded cheddar.

   • Add buttermilk and stir just until a soft dough forms (don’t overmix).

3. Press into dish:

   • Gently press the dough into the prepared baking dish in an even layer.

4. Prepare pepper topping:

   • In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, then sauté the peppers and onions until just softened (about 3–5 minutes).

   • Season with salt, pepper, and paprika/seasoning of choice.

5. Assemble and bake:

   • Spoon the pepper mixture evenly over the biscuit dough.

   • Optional: sprinkle additional cheese or toppings if desired.

   • Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.

6. Cool and serve:

   • Let cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm!