Perfect for any dinner table, these Whole Wheat Biscuits are better for you thanks to wheat flour! They’re stuffed with gooey mozzarella cheese and make the perfect side dish for any meal.
Ready in less than 25 minutes, this is a nutritious alternative to traditional biscuits that’s so easy to make. Mix, add to a muffin tin, bake, and serve!
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🩵 About This Recipe
Looking for a satisfying but healthy side dish for any dinner? These whole wheat cheese biscuits are a more nutritious version of the classic side!
Featuring gooey cheese inside every biscuit, the whole family will love this comfort recipe and you'll love serving it to them. Best of all, you probably have most of the ingredients on hand already!
Have leftover cheese, or just can't get enough cheese stuffed goodness? Try my Zucchini Cheese Bites or these golden brown Air Fryer Philly Cheesesteak Eggrolls!
🧂 Gather Your Ingredients
- whole wheat flour - less processed than white flour, whole wheat provides more fiber and other nutrients than all purpose flour.
- baking powder and baking soda - using both of these ingredients will lead to more fluffy and satisfying biscuits.
- seasonings - add some salt, garlic salt, and fresh parsley for a bit of extra flavor.
- sour cream - helps keep the biscuits from drying out and gives them a slightly tangy flavor.
- canola oil - helps make the biscuits tender and flaky.
- string cheese - you can use mozzarella cheese in any form, but using cheese sticks is super convenient!
🔪 Let's Make Whole Wheat Biscuits!
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Mix Ingredients
Combine dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in a separate bowl.
Combine
Mix together dry mixture and wet mixture until a dough forms.
Add Cheese
Spoon half of the biscuit dough into a prepared muffin tin and top with a piece of cheese.
Add Remaining Dough
Scoop the rest of the dough over top of the cheese and smooth out as needed.
Garnish and Bake
Top with fresh parsley and garlic salt, then bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked.
💡 Expert Tips and Tricks
- These are great for dinner, but you can also serve them with breakfast or brunch.
- You can also pop one of these biscuits in the air fryer for a couple of minutes to heat it up for a quick snack.
- Another great serving suggestion is as an appetizer with your favorite marinara or pizza sauce!
❔ FAQs
When all purpose flour is made, the wheat grain is removed from the mixture, so the flour loses the germ and the bran that are packed with nutrients like fiber, vitamin B, magnesium, and iron! Whole wheat flour keeps all of that goodness in there and often results in a heartier or denser result than you'd get with white flour.
These biscuits are definitely a lot better for you than a lot of other recipes! The combination of whole wheat flour and sour cream plus canola oil as the fats in your biscuit dough lead to a much healthier end result.
📝 Substitutions and Variations
- Switch up the flavors by using other kinds of cheese like pepper jack, gouda, provolone, or cheddar.
- For extra flavor, add seasonings like thyme, rosemary, Italian seasoning, paprika, or even some red pepper flakes for some heat.
- Other great fillings include sun dried tomatoes, chopped bacon, or cooked spinach.
Kristin’s Kitchen Tip
To avoid clumps in your biscuits, sift together the dry ingredients before you mix in the wet ingredients!
🥡 Storage and Reheating
Leftover whole wheat cheese biscuits can be kept in an airtight container for a day or two at room temperature, or in the fridge for up to a week. You can also freeze biscuits once they've been baked -- just let them cool, wrap individually in plastic or parchment, and store in a freezer bag!
Reheat at 350 degrees for 5 minutes or as long as the cheese needs to get nice and melty.
⏳ Make Ahead Instructions
Prep the dough ahead of time and keep in the fridge for 2 to 3 days. Then just allow the dough to sit at room temperature for a bit before baking.
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🍴 What To Serve With This Dish
These whole wheat cheese biscuits are the perfect side dish for any meal, but I love serving them alongside a pasta main course like my White Wine Shrimp Pasta or this Easy One Pot Lemon Pasta! Biscuits are also fantastic paired with Roasted Red Pepper Soup or healthy and hearty Instant Pot Vegetable Soup.
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📋 Recipe Card
Cheesy Whole Wheat Biscuits
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 3 teaspoons canola oil
- 1 teaspoon water
- 2 sticks mozzarella string cheese
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- ½ teaspoon parsley flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.1 cup whole wheat flour, 1.5 teaspoons baking powder, ¼ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt
- In a separate bowl, combine the sour cream, canola oil, and water.¾ cup sour cream, 3 teaspoons canola oil, 1 teaspoon water
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix well. If the dough is too sticky, add a little additional water.
- Spray the cups of a 6-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray or brush with a little olive oil.
- Distribute about half of the dough among 6 muffin cups. Cut the mozzarella sticks in thirds, and place a piece in each of the muffin cups.2 sticks mozzarella string cheese
- Distribute the remaining dough among the muffin cups, gently pressing the dough down around the cheese.
- Spray the tops lightly with cooking spray or brush with a little olive oil, and sprinkle with garlic salt and the optional parsley flakes (if desired).¼ teaspoon garlic salt, ½ teaspoon parsley flakes
- Bake for 9-11 minutes until the tops start to become golden brown. Serve immediately.
Notes
- To prep ahead, prepare the dough in advance and store it in the fridge, covered. Let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before assembling.
- You can try different cheeses, like cheddar, pepper jack, or gouda.
- Mix dried Italian seasoning, thyme, or rosemary into the dough, or add a pinch of chili flakes for a slight kick.
- Replace or supplement the cheese with pre-cooked bacon bits, sun-dried tomatoes, or sautéed spinach for savory surprises.
- My favorite way to serve these biscuits is as a side dish with pasta, roasted chicken, or grilled vegetables. They are perfect for the holidays and will undoubtedly impress your guests!
- These are also great for breakfast, alongside scrambled eggs and fresh fruit.
- Or pair with tomato soup and a light green salad for lunch or a light dinner.
- These biscuits can also be served as a warm appetizer with marinara or ranch dressing for dipping.
- Store leftovers at room temperature for a day or two, or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat in a toaster oven or regular oven at 350°F for about 5-7 minutes for a crispy exterior.
- To freeze, bake and cool the biscuits first. Then wrap each biscuit in plastic wrap and store them in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat before serving.
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Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.
Update Notes: This post was originally published in February 2016, and was republished with tips, step by step photos, and a recipe change in December 2024.
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Dina | Savvyinthekitchen says
These look delicious! Thanks for sharing at Tasty Tuesdays!
Kimberly says
This is so awesome! Pinned and tweeted. Thanks for sharing this at our party! I always love your amazing creations. I hope to see you next Monday because we love to party with you! Happy Wenesday! Lou Lou Girls
William says
Have you tried grated cheese and mixing with dough, maybe pepper jack or any type of cheese. Have a great weekend.
Kristin King says
I have not tried that yet, but it is a great idea! 🙂 Thanks!
Bernadette Janis says
You are amazing! Thanks Kristin for another great recipe. I love the mozzarella stick cheese. The ingredients are usually in my fridge. Maybe I will make them for our Super Bowl dinner. Thank you!
Kristin King says
Thanks, Bernadette! Right back atchya! 🙂 Hope you have a great weekend and a fun Super Bowl dinner! *Hugs*
Carlee says
Oh my, those do look good. I love baking with whole wheat flour, but it does get mixed reviews from the other eaters in my house. Good thing anything is better when stuffed with cheese!
Corina Ramos says
Hi Kristin,
I've never tried these before but they sure look yummy! Thank you for sharing the recipe with us.
Happy Thursday!
Cori