Kittencal's Easy Cheddar Buttermilk Stir "N" Drop Biscuits

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (400 degrees F for air-convection oven).

Step 2: Generously grease a medium baking sheet or line with parchment paper.

Step 3: In a large bowl combine the flour with the next 4 dry ingredients, then mix in the cheese.

Step 4: Melt 1/2 cup butter in the microwave or on top of the stove, allow to cool at room temperature for 5 minutes while chilling the buttermilk.

Step 5: Place the buttermilk in the the freezer for 5-7 minutes or until very cold but not frozen (the buttermilk needs to be very cold before adding in the melted butter).

Step 6: Mix in the 1/2 cup melted butter to cold buttermilk; stir until butter forms small clumps (stir for about 1 to 1-1/2 minutes).

Step 7: Add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients; stir gently using a spatula until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the bowl.

Step 8: Scoop 1/4-cup batter onto prepared baking sheet spacing the dough about 1-1/2 inches apart.

Step 9: Bake for about 12-14 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 10: Brush the hot biscuits with the remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter.