# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Dairy & Fats
06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
07 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
08 - 1/2 cup buttermilk, cold
→ Produce
09 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
→ Egg Wash
11 - 1 large egg
12 - 1 tablespoon milk
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, sea salt, and black pepper until thoroughly blended.
03 - Add cold, cubed unsalted butter. Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Fold in shredded sharp cheddar cheese, diced avocado, and fresh chives.
05 - Pour in the cold buttermilk, gently mixing until just combined. Avoid overworking the dough to maintain a tender texture.
06 - Transfer dough to a floured surface; pat or roll into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Use a 2.5-inch biscuit cutter to cut out rounds. Gather and re-roll scraps as needed.
07 - Whisk together egg and milk. Brush the tops of biscuits with the egg wash for a golden finish.
08 - Bake in the preheated oven for 16 to 18 minutes, or until biscuits are golden brown.
09 - Allow biscuits to cool slightly before serving warm.
