Making Cheddar Cheese Biscuits can be fun and straightforward. Follow these steps to create your batch:

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly combined.
3. Cut in the Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to incorporate the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed within the mixture.
5. Incorporate Milk: Pour in the milk and mix gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
6. Shape the Biscuits: Flour a clean surface and turn the dough out onto it. Pat it into a rectangle about ½ inch thick. Cut out biscuits using a round cutter or simply cut into squares.
7. Transfer to Baking Sheet: Place the shaped biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are close together for soft sides.
8. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
9. Cool Slightly: Once baked, remove from the oven. Allow the Cheddar Cheese Biscuits to cool for a couple of minutes before serving.

By following these straightforward steps, you’ll find yourself with a warm batch of mouthwatering Cheddar Cheese Biscuits!