If you’ve been missing warm, cheesy biscuits since going gluten-free, this recipe will make your day a lot better. Four ingredients is all it takes to get that golden, fluffy texture you remember.
The base is whipped egg whites mixed with sharp cheddar cheese and almond flour. No complicated techniques or hard-to-find ingredients required.
You can have these ready in about 45 minutes from start to finish. The actual prep work takes less than 15 minutes.
They taste amazing fresh from the oven but also reheat well the next day. Just pop them in the toaster oven for a few minutes. Let’s get started!
What Makes This Recipe Special
Only 4 Simple Ingredients- This recipe uses just cheddar cheese, egg whites, almond flour, and cream of tartar – ingredients you can easily find at any grocery store.
Ready in Under an Hour- From start to finish, these golden biscuits take only 45 minutes including baking and cooling time.
Perfect for Keto Dieters Too- These cheesy biscuits are naturally low-carb and high-fat, making them ideal if you’re following both gluten-free and ketogenic eating plans.
No Special Gluten Free Flour Blend Needed- Unlike most gluten free baking recipes, you don’t need expensive flour blends – just simple almond flour does the trick.
Ingredients
- 3.5 oz Cheddar Cheese
- 3 Egg Whites
- 5 1/2 tablespoons Almond Flour – I recommend this one (amazon)
- 1/2 teaspoon Cream of Tartar
How To Make
Follow these simple steps:
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Add the cheddar cheese to a food processor. Pulse for 20-30 seconds until finely shredded.
Step 3
Add the egg whites and cream of tartar to a large bowl. Using a hand mixer mix until stiff peaks form. Then, add cheddar cheese and almond flour and use the hand mixer again until combined.
Step 4
Add the mixture to a piping bag. Pipe 1 to 2-inch tubes onto the lined baking sheet.
Step 5
Bake for 25 minutes, then remove and let them cool for 15-20 minutes.
Tips
1. Low and Slow Prevents Burning
The 300°F temperature might seem low compared to regular biscuit recipes, but gluten free baking often requires gentler heat to prevent burning.
Almond flour browns much faster than wheat flour, so this lower temperature gives your biscuits time to cook through without getting too dark.
If your oven runs hot, check on them after 20 minutes to make sure they’re not browning too quickly.
2. Don’t Skip the Cream of Tartar
That little half teaspoon of cream of tartar isn’t just taking up space in your spice cabinet – it’s actually the secret weapon that stabilizes your egg whites.
Without it, your beautiful peaks might collapse faster than a house of cards, leaving you with flat, dense biscuits.
Cream of tartar acts like a safety net for your egg whites, keeping them strong and stable even after you fold in the cheese and almond flour.
3. Patience During Cooling Pays Off
Those 15-20 minutes of cooling time aren’t just a suggestion – they’re crucial for letting your biscuits set properly.
Gluten free baked goods often need extra time to firm up and develop their final texture.
Resist the temptation to grab one right out of the oven, even though they smell amazing, because they’ll be too soft and might fall apart in your hands.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do these biscuits bake at such a low temperature?
The low temperature of 300°F helps the egg whites set slowly without browning too quickly or deflating.
Higher temperatures would cause the outside to cook too fast while leaving the inside undercooked and gummy.
What happens if I don’t get stiff peaks with my egg whites?
Without stiff peaks, your biscuits will be flat and dense instead of light and fluffy.
Make sure your bowl and beaters are completely clean and dry, and beat the egg whites with cream of tartar for several minutes until they hold their shape when you lift the beaters.
Gluten Free Golden Biscuits
Equipment
- food processor
- hand mixer
- piping bag
Ingredients
- 3.5 oz Cheddar Cheese
- 3 Egg Whites
- 5 1/2 tablespoons Almond Flour I recommend this one (amazon)
- 1/2 teaspoon Cream of Tartar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the cheddar cheese to a food processor. Pulse for 20-30 seconds until finely shredded.
- Add the egg whites and cream of tartar to a large bowl. Using a hand mixer mix until stiff peaks form. Then, add cheddar cheese and almond flour and use the hand mixer again until combined.
- Add the mixture to a piping bag. Pipe 1 to 2-inch tubes onto the lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then remove and let them cool for 15-20 minutes.
Perfect! Great snack