Description
Protein Biscuits with Smoked Turkey and Cheddar Cheese (plant-based) offer a savory, protein-rich snack featuring a fluffy biscuit texture, smoky smoked turkey, and melty plant-based cheddar cheese. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or anytime snacking, these easy-to-make biscuits use simple ingredients and provide a customizable, flavorful bite for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free all-purpose flour blend for gluten-free version)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, chilled and cut into pieces
- 3/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1 egg or 1 flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water)
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Fillings
- 1 cup diced smoked turkey
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plant-based)
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: Combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and natural gelling agent in a large mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly to distribute everything evenly.
- Cut in Plant-Based Butter: Add chilled plant-based butter pieces to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs for tender, flaky biscuits.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together plant-based milk, egg or flax egg, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Slowly pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently combine until just a dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in Smoked Turkey and Cheddar Cheese: Gently fold in diced smoked turkey and shredded plant-based cheddar cheese, spreading them evenly without crushing the dough.
- Shape and Bake: Turn dough onto a floured surface and pat into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut into rounds or squares as preferred and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown on top.
Notes
- Use cold plant-based butter for flaky biscuit layers.
- Do not overmix dough to prevent dense biscuits.
- Use fresh baking powder for proper rising.
- Cut biscuits into similar sizes for even baking.
- Allow dough to rest for 10 minutes before baking to activate natural gelling agent.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: protein biscuits, smoked turkey biscuits, plant-based cheddar cheese, savory biscuits, gluten-free biscuits, dairy-free biscuits, easy snack recipe
