Cheesy Garlic & Herb Stuffed Biscuits

Soft, fluffy biscuits filled with melty cheese and seasoned with garlic and herbs. These are lighter than traditional buttery biscuits and can be adjusted for lower-calorie or Weight Watchers-style eating.

Servings

10 biscuits

Estimated Nutrition (per biscuit)

• Calories: ~180
• Protein: ~7g
• Carbs: ~18g
• Fat: ~8g

Ingredients

Biscuit Dough

• 2 cups self-rising flour (or 2 cups all-purpose flour + 1 tbsp baking powder + 1/2 tsp salt)
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or low-fat buttermilk)
• 1/3 cup light butter, melted (or olive oil)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Cheese Filling

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella (reduced-fat preferred)
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese (softened)

Garlic Herb Butter

• 2 tablespoons light butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tbsp fresh)
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Pinch of salt

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Baking tray
• Parchment paper
• Spoon or cookie scoop

Instructions

Step 1 — Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2 — Make Dough

In a large bowl, mix:

• flour
• salt

Add:

• Greek yogurt
• melted butter

Stir until dough forms.

If sticky, add a little flour. If dry, add 1–2 tablespoons yogurt.

Knead gently for 1–2 minutes until smooth.

Step 3 — Prepare Cheese Filling

In a small bowl combine:

• mozzarella
• cheddar
• cream cheese

Mix until slightly sticky and cohesive.

Step 4 — Assemble Biscuits

Divide dough into 10 equal portions.

Flatten each piece into a small round.

Place 1–2 teaspoons cheese filling in center.

Fold dough around filling and pinch edges tightly to seal.

Roll gently into a ball.

Place seam-side down on baking tray.

Step 5 — Bake

Bake 18–22 minutes until golden brown.

Biscuits should be puffed and lightly crisp on top.

Step 6 — Garlic Herb Finish

While warm, brush biscuits with garlic herb butter.

Sprinkle extra parsley if desired.

Serving Ideas

Serve with:

• chicken soup
• scrambled eggs
• grilled chicken
• salad
• marinara dipping sauce

Storage

Refrigerator

• Keeps 3–4 days in airtight container

Freezer

• Freeze up to 2 months

Reheat in oven or air fryer for best texture.

Variations

Extra Protein Version

Add:

• shredded chicken inside filling

Spicy Version

Add:

• chili flakes
• jalapeño bits in cheese mix

Keto Version

Replace flour with:

• almond flour (about 2 cups + 1 egg added for binding)

Ranch Version

Add:

• 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning to dough

Weight Watchers Style Adjustments

To lower calories and points:

• use fat-free Greek yogurt
• reduce cheese to 1 cup total
• skip butter and use spray oil
• use part-skim cheese only