Best 6 Tomato Basil Drop Biscuits Recipes

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Tomato basil drop biscuits are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with simple ingredients like flour, baking powder, butter, milk, tomatoes, and basil, these drop biscuits are fluffy, savory, and bursting with flavor. The combination of juicy tomatoes and fresh basil gives these biscuits a unique and irresistible taste that will leave you wanting more. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special treat for a weekend brunch, tomato basil drop biscuits are sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

TOMATO COBBLER WITH PARMESAN-BASIL BISCUITS



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Celebrate a bounty of summer tomatoes with a dish that takes cues from classic Italian flavors.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional for brushing
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 large sprigs fresh basil
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
3 large tomatoes (about 1 3/4 pounds), cut into 1-inch chunks
Kosher salt
2 cups mixed cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup mini mozzarella balls (ciliegine or halved bocconcini)
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into thin slices
2/3 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • For the tomato filling: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly golden, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, basil sprigs and crushed red pepper and cook, stirring occasionally for about 2 minutes, then add the chopped tomatoes and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a simmer and cook until the tomatoes just begin to soften, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and discard the basil sprigs. Add the cherry tomatoes and flour and gently stir to evenly coat. Check for seasoning and add more salt, if necessary. Transfer the tomato filling to a 2-quart baking dish and dot with the mozzarella balls. Drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
  • For the biscuit topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Add the butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to rub the butter into the flour until you achieve pea-sized pieces. Make a well in the center of the flour and add the buttermilk, Parmesan and basil and gently combine with a fork until a sticky dough forms; take care not to overwork the dough.
  • Drop heaping tablespoons of the dough on top of the tomato filling. Brush with olive oil. Place the cobbler on a baking sheet and bake until the top is golden and the filling bubbly, about 1 hour. Remove and let rest for 15 minutes. Serve warm.

BEST BUTTERY BASIL BISCUITS



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This is an amazing recipe for biscuits! I recommend serving these as an appetizer with smoked salmon, lemon, and capers. These biscuits can be served with about every meal, the butter on top and inside make them soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside. Place in an airtight container if you have one to preserve them longer. Enjoy!

Provided by Silver scarlet

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Biscuits

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ tablespoons dried basil, divided, or to taste
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 ¼ teaspoons salt, divided, or to taste
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup butter
½ cup milk, or more as needed
⅓ teaspoon pesto
4 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Sift flour, 1 tablespoon basil, baking powder, 2 teaspoons salt, and cayenne together in a bowl. Blend in 1/2 cup butter using a fork until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add milk slowly, working the dough as you add. Mix in pesto.
  • Chill the dough for about 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Work the dough on a floured surface until no longer sticky. Roll to your desired thickness and cut into 12 medium biscuits using a round cookie cutter. Place on a baking sheet and spread the tops of each with about 1/3 tablespoon of butter. Sprinkle with remaining dried basil and salt.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 15 minutes, turning them over after 10 minutes have passed so that the top browns a little too.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 31.4 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 604.9 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

GARLIC-HERB BUTTER DROP BISCUITS



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Excellent drop biscuits made with lots of real butter, garlic, and herbs!

Provided by slyorkie

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Biscuits

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 teaspoons white sugar
½ teaspoon cream of tartar
⅓ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup chilled unsalted butter, cut into cubes
1 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 cup cold whole milk
2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
½ teaspoon dried parsley flakes
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, white sugar, cream of tartar, 1/3 teaspoon garlic powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Mash unsalted butter cubes into the flour mixture with a pastry cutter or large fork until coarsely blended. Mix Cheddar cheese and Italian seasoning into the flour mixture.
  • Pour milk over the flour mixture while stirring until you get a tough and sticky dough. Drop dough by the tablespoon onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir melted salted butter, parsley flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder together in a bowl; brush over biscuits immediately upon removing from the oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 37.3 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 214.3 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

TOMATO-BASIL DROP BISCUITS



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I grow fresh basil in my garden each summer. I use it in almost everything I cook. It really gets your taste buds going.-Shirley A. Glaab, Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup finely chopped green onions
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup chopped fresh tomato, drained
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1/3 cup shortening
2/3 cup 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute onions in oil until tender. Add tomato; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat; stir in basil. Cool slightly. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper. Cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk and tomato mixture just until combined. , Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 425° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

THREE-CHEESE DROP BISCUITS



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Categories     Bread     Milk/Cream     Cheese     Side     Bake     Quick & Easy     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 biscuits

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter, diced
1/2 cup (packed) grated sharp cheddar cheese (about 2 ounces)
1/2 cup (packed) grated Monterey Jack cheese (about 2 ounces)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 1/2 ounces)
2/3 cup chilled buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly butter baking sheet. Whisk first 5 ingredients in medium bowl to blend. Add butter and rub in with fingertips until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add all cheeses and toss to coat well. Gradually mix in buttermilk. Drop dough by 1/4 cupfuls onto prepared sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.Bake biscuits until golden on top, about 16 minutes. Transfer to platter. Serve warm or at room temperature.

TOMATO BACON CUPS



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These savory biscuits have a flavorful tomato and bacon filling. "I got the recipe at a friend's house one Thanksgiving," Paige English relates from Portland, Oregon. "I've made them at special gatherings ever since. They always disappear fast."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small tomato, finely chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup real bacon bits
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits, separated into 10 biscuits

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the tomato, mayonnaise, bacon, cheese, onion and basil; set aside. Split each biscuit into three layers; press each layer into an ungreased miniature muffin cup. , Spoon tomato mixture into cups. Bake at 450° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh basil for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried basil.
  • Be sure to grate the Parmesan cheese finely so that it melts evenly into the biscuits.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • Drop the biscuits onto the baking sheet about 2 inches apart. They will spread out as they bake.
  • Bake the biscuits until they are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Serve the biscuits warm with butter, honey, or your favorite jam.

Conclusion:

These tomato basil drop biscuits are a quick and easy way to enjoy a delicious and savory snack or side dish. They are perfect for any occasion, whether you are hosting a party or just want something to munch on while you watch your favorite TV show. With their simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, these biscuits are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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