Crispy Air Fryer Red Lobster-Style Cheddar Biscuits

Buttery, garlicky, and studded with melted cheddar, these Air Fryer Red Lobster Biscuits turn out light, soft, and fluffy in minutes.

Flakey Air Fryer Red Lobster Biscuits

If you haven’t tried a Red Lobster Cheddar Bay biscuit, you’re in for a treat. These biscuits are soft, buttery, cheesy, and delightfully fluffy. They’re finished with a garlic-and-herb butter that makes them irresistible.

These are drop biscuits, so there’s no rolling or cutting — just mix, drop, and bake. With only a handful of everyday ingredients you can recreate that restaurant-style biscuit at home, quickly and easily.

Why Use the Air Fryer?

The air fryer works like a compact convection oven, circulating hot air for even browning and quick baking. It’s ideal for small batches and saves time and energy compared with heating a full-size oven. If you don’t have an air fryer, these biscuits can also be baked in a conventional oven (see recipe notes).

What You’ll Need

The recipe has two simple parts: the biscuit dough and the garlic butter. Both come together quickly.

For the Biscuits

• Bisquick: Convenient all-purpose baking mix for quick biscuits.
• Butter: 2 tablespoons melted butter for flavor and tenderness.
• Milk: 2/3 cup chilled milk to bind the dough.
• Garlic powder: 1/2 teaspoon for savory depth.
• Cheddar cheese: 1/2 cup shredded cheddar (mild or medium recommended).

For the Garlic Butter

• Butter: 1/3 cup melted butter for brushing warm biscuits.
• Garlic powder: 1/2 teaspoon for quick garlic flavor.
• Dried parsley: 1 teaspoon for color and a fresh herbal note.
• Dried oregano & thyme: 1/4 teaspoon each to echo the classic Cheddar Bay flavor.

How to Make Red Lobster Biscuits

These are drop biscuits — spoon-sized portions dropped onto the baking surface. No rolling or cutting required.

• Preheat: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Line the air fryer basket with liners or parchment cut to fit.
• Make the dough: In a medium bowl, combine Bisquick, garlic powder, and melted butter. Fold in the chilled milk and shredded cheddar until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing to keep the biscuits light.

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• Drop into the basket: Use a tablespoon to drop large spoonfuls of batter into the lined basket, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
• Air fry: Cook for about 10 minutes, until the tops are golden brown. While the biscuits bake, whisk together the garlic butter ingredients.
• Finish: Remove the warm biscuits and brush them with the garlic-herb butter. Serve immediately.

Tips for Success

• Use real butter: For the best flavor and texture, stick with high-quality butter rather than substitutes.
• Follow your air fryer manual: Air fryers vary, so check any manufacturer guidance about liners, spray, and safe use.
• Watch the time: Cooking times are approximate; biscuits are done when golden on top. Smaller or larger biscuits will change baking time slightly.

Serving Suggestions

These biscuits pair beautifully with many dinners. Here are a few favorite combinations:

• Chowder: Serve with clam chowder or a corn chowder for a comforting meal.
• Meatloaf: Classic meatloaf and warm cheesy biscuits make a hearty family dinner.
• Salmon: Roasted or Old Bay-seasoned salmon pairs well with the biscuits’ buttery-cheesy flavor.

How to Store Homemade Biscuits

• Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• For longer storage, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
• Reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through.

Can I Freeze Red Lobster Biscuits?

• Yes. Cool completely on a wire rack, wrap each biscuit tightly in plastic wrap or foil, and freeze for up to 2 months.
• To reheat, bake from frozen or thawed at 350°F until warmed through.