# Ingredients:
→ For the Biscuits
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
08 - 2/3 cup cold buttermilk
09 - 1 large egg
10 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
→ For the Filling
11 - 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
12 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger
13 - 2 green onions, finely sliced
14 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
→ For Brushing
15 - 2 tablespoons melted butter
16 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
# Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground ginger, and black pepper.
03 - Add cold butter cubes and use a pastry blender or fork to cut in until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
04 - Whisk together buttermilk, egg, and maple syrup in a separate bowl.
05 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir gently until combined and a shaggy dough forms.
06 - Add chicken, fresh ginger, green onions, and cheddar cheese if using; fold in lightly, avoiding overmixing.
07 - Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, drop eight equal portions of dough onto the baking sheet with space between each.
08 - Bake for 16–18 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown on top.
09 - While biscuits bake, combine melted butter and maple syrup for brushing in a small bowl.
10 - Remove biscuits from oven and immediately brush tops with maple butter. Serve warm.
