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Whole-Grain Savory Herb and Cheese Biscuits

By Beginnerbakes Editorial TeamPublished May 9, 2026 | Updated Sep 30, 2026
American 30 mins Beginner-friendlyEasyWhole GrainSavory Bakes

Whole-grain herb biscuits with cheddar and cold butter. Use dairy or vegan cheddar and regular or vegan butter, with the listed plant-based milk.

Whole-Grain Savory Herb and Cheese Biscuits
Prep 15 min
Cook 15 min
Total 30 min
Servings 10
Difficulty easy
Cuisine American

Recipe Details

Prep15 min
Cook15 min
Total30 min
Servings10
Difficultyeasy
CuisineAmerican
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Ingredients

Servings 10
  • 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs (such as oregano, thyme, and rosemary)
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or vegan cheddar for vegan option)
  • 1/3 cup cold vegan butter (or regular unsalted butter), diced
  • 3/4 cup cold unsweetened plant-based milk (such as almond or oat milk)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder for extra flavor

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, baking powder, salt, dried herbs, and garlic powder if using.
  3. Add the shredded cheese and stir to combine evenly throughout the flour mixture.
  4. Add the cold diced vegan butter (or regular butter) to the bowl. Use your fingertips or a pastry cutter to rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces.
  5. Make a well in the center and pour in the cold plant-based milk. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula just until the dough comes together. Avoid over-mixing to keep biscuits tender.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Fold the dough over itself 2 times to create layers, then pat it out again to 1-inch thickness.
  7. Use a 2.5-inch round biscuit cutter or glass to cut out biscuits. Place them close together on the prepared baking sheet for soft sides, or spaced apart for crisper edges.
  8. Gather any scraps, gently shape them together, and cut additional biscuits.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Remove biscuits from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving warm. Enjoy plain or with your favorite vegan spread.

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