Black Pepper and Bacon Drop Biscuits

Get ready to elevate your breakfast table with these irresistible Black Pepper and Bacon Drop Biscuits—flaky, savory, and packed with bold flavors! With freshly ground black pepper for a subtle kick and smoky, crispy bacon folded into every bite, these biscuits strike the perfect balance between indulgence and comfort. The optional addition of sharp cheddar cheese creates a rich, melty surprise, while a simple egg wash ensures a beautifully golden, bakery-style finish. Ready in under 30 minutes and requiring no rolling or cutting, these drop biscuits are the ultimate time-saving treat. Perfect for brunches, holiday gatherings, or paired with soups and stews, their buttery texture and mouthwatering aroma make them an instant crowd favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 0.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten (for egg wash)
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for brushing, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the cold cubed butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.

Step 4

Fold in the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese (if using), ensuring an even distribution.

Step 5

Add the milk to the dry mixture and gently stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Using a large spoon or an ice cream scoop, drop mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Lightly brush the top of each biscuit with the beaten egg to promote browning during baking.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into a biscuit comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the biscuits to cool for 5 minutes.

Step 10

If desired, brush the tops of the warm biscuits with melted butter for added flavor and shine before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(857.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2928.0

Total Fat 190.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 694.5mg	0%
Sodium 3732.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 219.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 25.3g
Protein 87.6g	0%

Vitamin D 217.7IU	0%
Calcium 816.0mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 1324.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.2%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 29.9%