Petit Cheddar Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Butter a baking sheet.
2. 2
   In the bowl of a mixer or food processor, combine the flour, wheat germ, baking powder, and salt and process briefly to combine.
3. 3
   Add the butter and cheese and process until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
4. 4
   Pour in the buttermilk, then process until the dough comes together, about 15 seconds.
5. 5
   Turn the dough out onto a floured board and allow it to rest for 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Knead 3 times only, then pat into a circle 3/4-inch thick.
7. 7
   Cut into petite biscuits, using a 1-inch biscuit cutter.
8. 8
   Place the dough circles on the baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes in the upper third of the oven, until puffed and golden.