Anyone else remember the feeling of sneaking one more warm, cheesy biscuit from the Red Lobster basket before dinner hit the table? The aroma is instantly comforting, whether you’re sitting in a booth with friends or just cozying up at home. When I finally got my hands on Red Lobster biscuit mix, it dawned on me: why stop with traditional biscuits? Some nights, I want a cozy breakfast treat, other times, a last-minute appetizer for drop-in guests, and often I just crave something a little different from the same old bread basket. That’s how my collection of 13+ Red Lobster biscuit mix recipes everyone will love came to life—little experiments, quick swaps, and the joy of fresh-baked, buttery goodness fitting into any situation that pops up.
Cheddar Bay Biscuit Waffles
Why You’ll Love It:
Waffles for dinner? Absolutely. These savory waffles are golden on the outside, tender inside, and loaded with the cheesy, herb-speckled flavor you crave. Kids love them, but they’re just right for brunch or a quick breakfast-for-dinner when you’re out of ideas. No sweet syrup—just all the biscuit goodness in playful waffle form.
Serving size: Serves 4.
Prep Time: 10 minutes.
Cook Time: 20 minutes.
Total Time: 30 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix (11.36 oz)
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Cooking spray
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
How to Make It:
- Preheat your waffle maker and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the biscuit mix, water, and shredded cheese. Stir until just combined.
- Spoon batter into the preheated waffle maker, spreading evenly.
- Cook about 4–5 minutes or until waffles are golden brown and crisp.
- Remove waffles and immediately brush with melted butter and sprinkle with parsley.
Optional Enhancer (Flavor Boost): Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mix for a subtle kick.
Breakfast Biscuit Casserole
Why You’ll Love It:
Think lazy weekend mornings or family gatherings where everyone wakes up at different times. This casserole is hearty, super cheesy, and holds its texture, making it perfect to set out and let folks serve themselves as they wake up.
Serving size: Serves 6.
Prep Time: 15 minutes.
Cook Time: 35 minutes.
Total Time: 50 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage
- 6 large eggs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
How to Make It:
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the biscuit mix with water as directed; scoop spoonfuls over the bottom of the dish.
- Layer the cooked sausage on top.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk; pour evenly over biscuits and sausage.
- Top with cheese and bake for 35 minutes, or until eggs are set and biscuits are golden.
- Garnish with chives before serving.
Optional Enhancer (Swap This With That): Swap sausage for cooked bacon or sautéed mushrooms for a vegetarian version.
Cheesy Biscuit-Topped Chicken Pot Pie
Why You’ll Love It:
Comfort food on a rainy day, with fluffy biscuits soaking in savory gravy from a creamy chicken and veggie filling. Busy parents, this one is for you—one-dish, crowd-pleasing, and a good way to use up leftover chicken.
Serving size: Serves 5.
Prep Time: 20 minutes.
Cook Time: 40 minutes.
Total Time: 1 hours.
Ingredients Needed:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
How to Make It:
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a deep 9-inch pie dish.
- In a bowl, mix chicken, vegetables, soup, milk, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, and pepper; spread in dish.
- Prepare biscuit mix with water and cheese; drop dollops all over the filling.
- Bake 40 minutes or until the biscuits are golden and filling is bubbling.
Optional Enhancer (Meal Prep Tip): Prepare the filling a day ahead and refrigerate. Top with biscuit dough right before baking.
Cheddar Bay Biscuit Breakfast Sandwiches
Why You’ll Love It:
Perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunches, these biscuit sandwiches hold up to eggs, cheese, and your favorite breakfast meat. They’re easy to grab on the go—just wrap in parchment paper and dash out the door.
Serving size: Serves 4.
Prep Time: 15 minutes.
Cook Time: 15 minutes.
Total Time: 30 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 4 slices cooked bacon
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
How to Make It:
- Prepare and bake biscuits per package instructions with added cheese.
- While biscuits bake, fry eggs in butter to your liking.
- Split biscuits, layer with eggs, bacon, and cheese; sandwich together and serve warm.
Optional Enhancer (Common Mistake to Avoid): Don’t overbake biscuits; pull them when just golden for best texture.
Biscuit-Crusted Skillet Pizza
Why You’ll Love It:
When pizza night calls for something new, skip the dough work and grab biscuit mix instead. The bottom crust gets crispy while the top bubbles under your favorite toppings. Kids love picking their own mix-ins.
Serving size: Serves 4.
Prep Time: 15 minutes.
Cook Time: 20 minutes.
Total Time: 35 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/3 cup pepperoni slices
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
How to Make It:
- Preheat oven to 400°F and grease a 10-inch oven-safe skillet.
- Prepare biscuit mix with water, then press into the bottom and up sides of skillet.
- Spread with marinara, top with cheese, pepperoni, and olives.
- Bake 20 minutes or until crust is deep golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Sprinkle with basil, slice, and serve.
Optional Enhancer (Swap This With That): Use cooked and crumbled Italian sausage instead of pepperoni for more flavor.
Biscuit-Topped Chili Bake
Why You’ll Love It:
Cool evening, spicy chili, and cheesy biscuits—this hits the spot for casual dinners or a game night with friends. It’s filling without fuss and leftovers are just as good the next day.
Serving size: Serves 6.
Prep Time: 20 minutes.
Cook Time: 35 minutes.
Total Time: 55 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 4 cups prepared chili, hot
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
How to Make It:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Pour hot chili into a greased 9×13-inch dish.
- Prepare biscuit mix with water and cheese; drop spoonfuls over chili.
- Bake 35 minutes or until biscuits are set and golden.
- Top with green onion and serve.
Optional Enhancer (Serving Idea): Serve with sour cream and a simple green salad.
Cheddar Biscuit Chicken and Waffles
Why You’ll Love It:
When you want diner comfort food at home, baking biscuits in a waffle iron is a game changer. Top with crispy fried (or oven-baked) chicken for the ultimate brunch or dinner treat.
Serving size: Serves 4.
Prep Time: 20 minutes.
Cook Time: 20 minutes.
Total Time: 40 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 chicken tenders, breaded and cooked
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
How to Make It:
- Prepare biscuit mix with water and cheese.
- Cook batter in a waffle maker until golden and set.
- Top each waffle with a cooked chicken tender.
- Drizzle with melted butter and honey, sprinkle with thyme, and serve.
Optional Enhancer (Best Pairings): Excellent with coleslaw or roasted sweet potatoes.
Cheesy Biscuit Breadsticks
Why You’ll Love It:
Skip the dough kneading for last-minute breadsticks to serve with soup or pasta. These are soft, cheesy inside and brushed with herby garlic butter after baking—disappear fast at any table.
Serving size: Serves 6.
Prep Time: 10 minutes.
Cook Time: 18 minutes.
Total Time: 28 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
How to Make It:
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Mix biscuit dough with water and mozzarella until combined.
- Scoop dough into 8 logs, place on sheet, and bake 17–18 minutes.
- Melt butter with garlic; brush over warm breadsticks and sprinkle with parsley.
Optional Enhancer (Personal Note): I love these with tomato soup when the weather turns chilly.
Savory Biscuit Breakfast Bake Cups
Why You’ll Love It:
Mini muffin-tin versions of a classic breakfast, built in single servings. Great for meal prep—just reheat a couple for breakfast throughout the week.
Serving size: Serves 8.
Prep Time: 20 minutes.
Cook Time: 18 minutes.
Total Time: 38 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled sausage
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
How to Make It:
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a muffin tin.
- Prepare biscuit dough and press 2 tablespoons into each muffin well, smoothing up the sides.
- Whisk eggs and milk; pour evenly over each biscuit cup and sprinkle with sausage and cheese.
- Bake 18 minutes until biscuits are golden and eggs are set.
- Top with green onion before serving.
Optional Enhancer (Meal Prep Tip): Cool thoroughly before refrigerating; reheat in the microwave for an easy grab-and-go breakfast.
Biscuit-Topped Beef Stew
Why You’ll Love It:
Hearty, slow-cooked stew with those unmistakable cheesy biscuits on top—no one misses the bread basket when this comes to the table. Feeds a crowd and freezes well for make-ahead dinners.
Serving size: Serves 6.
Prep Time: 25 minutes.
Cook Time: 2 hours.
Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 2 pounds beef stew meat
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cups chopped carrots
- 2 cups chopped potatoes
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
How to Make It:
- In a Dutch oven, brown beef in olive oil; add onion, carrots, potatoes, celery, and cook 5 more minutes.
- Stir in broth, tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hours 30 minutes.
- Prepare biscuit mix and stir in cheese. Drop onto stew in spoonfuls.
- Bake uncovered at 375°F for 25 minutes or until biscuits are cooked through and golden.
Optional Enhancer (Meal Prep Tip): Freeze stew (without biscuits) in individual portions for easy weeknight meals.
Bacon Cheddar Biscuit “Focaccia”
Why You’ll Love It:
The mix transforms into a fluffy, snackable bread just right for a party spread or a hearty soup night at home. Quick sprinkle of cheese and bacon on top brings extra appeal for any bread lovers at the table.
Serving size: Serves 8.
Prep Time: 15 minutes.
Cook Time: 20 minutes.
Total Time: 35 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Coarse salt (for sprinkling)
How to Make It:
- Preheat oven to 400°F and grease a 9×9-inch pan.
- Mix biscuit dough as directed; spread evenly in pan.
- Scatter bacon and cheese on top; gently press in.
- Bake 20 minutes until top is golden and set.
- Brush with butter and finish with a sprinkle of salt. Slice into squares.
Optional Enhancer (Best Pairings): Pairs well with tomato soup or a chopped salad.
Biscuit-Topped Shepherd’s Pie
Why You’ll Love It:
Ground beef and veggies in rich gravy, finished with a cheesy biscuit topping. It’s a twist on a classic that skips the mashed potato step but still feels like a big, routed-from-home meal.
Serving size: Serves 5.
Prep Time: 20 minutes.
Cook Time: 30 minutes.
Total Time: 50 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 can (10.5 oz) beef gravy
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
How to Make It:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Brown beef with onion in a skillet, drain excess fat.
- Stir in peas, carrots, gravy, and Worcestershire; pour into a greased baking dish.
- Mix biscuit dough with cheese; spoon over filling.
- Bake 30 minutes until topping is golden and filling is bubbling.
- Sprinkle with thyme before serving.
Optional Enhancer (Common Mistake to Avoid): Be sure filling is hot before topping with biscuit dough; cold filling slows the biscuit bake.
Cheddar Bay Biscuit Breakfast Pizza
Why You’ll Love It:
Breakfast lovers, this is happiness in a slice. The biscuit base bakes up like a thick crust, with eggs, cheese, and crumbled sausage scattered on top. Guaranteed to be devoured at any brunch buffet.
Serving size: Serves 6.
Prep Time: 15 minutes.
Cook Time: 25 minutes.
Total Time: 40 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 5 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 pound cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
How to Make It:
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a sheet pan with parchment.
- Prepare biscuit dough and spread into a 9×13-inch rectangle on pan.
- Whisk eggs and milk; pour evenly over dough.
- Top with sausage and cheese.
- Bake 25 minutes until eggs are set and crust is golden.
- Sprinkle green onions before slicing.
Optional Enhancer (Meal Prep Tip): Pre-bake the crust the night before; add toppings and finish baking in the morning.
Biscuit-Crust Quiche
Why You’ll Love It:
A shortcut quiche that doesn’t need a traditional pastry crust. Creamy filling meets savory herbs and cheddar for a special breakfast or quick lunch; guests never guess how easy it is.
Serving size: Serves 6.
Prep Time: 15 minutes.
Cook Time: 35 minutes.
Total Time: 50 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or chives
How to Make It:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9-inch pie dish.
- Mix biscuit dough and press into the bottom of the dish.
- Combine eggs, half-and-half, pepper, cheese, and herbs; pour over biscuit layer.
- Bake 35 minutes until center is set and top is lightly browned.
Optional Enhancer (Swap This With That): Swap fresh dill for basil or use Swiss cheese instead of cheddar.
Jalapeño-Cheddar Biscuit Poppers
Why You’ll Love It:
A crowd-pleaser at parties, potlucks, or even as a football snack. These bite-sized, slightly spicy biscuits disappear fast—perfect for dipping or piling up on a game-day platter.
Serving size: Serves 6.
Prep Time: 10 minutes.
Cook Time: 15 minutes.
Total Time: 25 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 small jalapeños, seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
How to Make It:
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Prepare biscuit dough with cheese and jalapeños folded in.
- Scoop dough into 1-inch balls, place on sheet.
- Bake 15 minutes or until puffed and golden.
- Brush with melted butter, serve with ranch.
Optional Enhancer (Flavor Boost): Add a pinch of smoked paprika for depth.
Parmesan Herb Biscuit Flatbread
Why You’ll Love It:
An easy snack for sharing, pairing beautifully with dips or as a savory base for mini sandwiches. It’s a simple, herby twist that makes any gathering feel a little more homemade.
Serving size: Serves 8.
Prep Time: 10 minutes.
Cook Time: 14 minutes.
Total Time: 24 minutes.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 package Red Lobster biscuit mix
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
How to Make It:
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Mix biscuit dough with water, then roll out into a rough rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
- Brush with olive oil, sprinkle Parmesan and rosemary over the top.
- Bake 14 minutes until nicely browned. Slice and serve with herbed butter.
Optional Enhancer (Serving Idea): Great paired with hummus or a spicy marinara dip.
FAQ
Can I freeze Red Lobster biscuit mix dough for later?
Yes, you can portion the dough (either plain or mixed with cheese/herbs) and freeze it unbaked. Thaw in the fridge, then bake as usual for fresh, hot biscuits on demand.
What’s the best way to store leftover Red Lobster biscuits or recipes made from the mix?
Most biscuit-based recipes keep best in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or two. For longer storage, refrigerate up to 4 days and reheat in a low oven.
Can I make Red Lobster biscuit mix recipes without cheese?
Absolutely. While the classic mix calls for cheddar, the base works just as well cheese-free. You can also sub in other cheeses that fit your tastes.
Are these recipes suitable for kids or picky eaters?
Definitely. Many of these ideas are family-friendly and easy to customize—just leave out any ingredient you know your crowd doesn’t love (like jalapeños or sausage).
Conclusion
A box of Red Lobster biscuit mix doesn’t just mean you’re limited to the usual basket of cheesy rolls at dinner—it’s the start of all kinds of kitchen experiments, shortcuts, and little comfort food victories. Whether you go for a classic casserole, breakfast hands-on, or easy, crowd-pleasing bites, there’s a way to make the mix work for whatever life throws your way. Every recipe here is a reminder that tasty, home-baked bread doesn’t have to be fussy. Have fun baking, swap in your favorite flavors, and don’t be afraid to put your own spin on the classics—your kitchen, your rules.
