Southern Mozzarella Biscuit Bombs
### Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a little kick)
– 1/4 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
– 3/4 cup whole milk
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
– 1/4 cup melted butter (for brushing)
### Instructions:
1. **Preheat the Oven:**
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. **Mix the Dry Ingredients:**
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
3. **Cut in the Butter:**
Add the cold butter pieces to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. **Add the Milk:**
Pour in the milk and stir just until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.
5. **Incorporate the Mozzarella:**
Gently fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6. **Form the Biscuit Bombs:**
Scoop out heaping tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a few inches apart.
7. **Bake:**
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
8. **Brush with Butter and Serve:**
Once the biscuits are out of the oven, brush them with melted butter and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, if using. Serve warm.
These Mozzarella Biscuit Bombs are perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or even on their own! Enjoy the cheesy, buttery goodness!