Trader Joe’s Cheesy Herby Biscuits: Our Review of the Viral Biscuits

Before you ask, no, these new frozen Trader Joe’s biscuits are not dupes for Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits. But they’re not trying to be. It’s right there in the name—these are herby cheesy biscuits. No Old Bay Seasoning in sight. But wait, before you click away, they still might have a place in your freezer. Because people are freaking out over these things.

They’re out just in time for Thanksgiving and all the Trader Joe’s appreciation accounts (and even Simply Recipes) have totally fallen for these frozen biscuits. They’re flavored with rosemary and thyme, and include both parmesan and cheddar shreds. And you don’t even have to preheat your oven to make them. They go in cold, then cook as the oven warms up.

But do they pass the Sporked test? We baked up a whole box-full (they come six to a package and cost $4.99) to find out.

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Trader Joe’s Cheesy Herby Biscuits

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Pros: I really hate preheating the oven. It always takes ages longer than I feel like it should. So, I really dig that you can put these right from the freezer into the oven and then just turn it on and walk away for 30 minutes. Great. But beyond how easy these are to make, they also taste good. They’re tender and flaky and the dough has a bit of the twangy buttermilk finish. I really enjoy the pockets of cheese you hit every so often. And they manage to be herby without being overwhelmingly herby. They’re not so flavor-packed that they’re going to clash with anything on a Thanksgiving table. If you’re looking for a fun bready side for a fall feast, these Trader Joe’s biscuits are a must-buy.

Cons: They don’t look great. While they rise and they do get some good, crispy crunchy bits around the outside, they have an overall gray hue. (I think it’s the herbs?) And I think some folks would appreciate a little bit more cheese. A sprinkling on top could really push them over the edge. But for just $5 and 30 minutes in an oven, I really think these are a steal. Even if they are greige.

Credit: Liv Averett / Trader Joe’s

Rating:

9/10

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About the Author

Justine Sterling is the editor-in-chief of Sporked. She has been writing about food and beverages for well over a decade and is an avid at-home cook and snacker. Don’t worry, she’s not a food snob. Sure, she loves a fresh-shucked oyster. But she also will leap at whatever new product Reese’s releases and loves a Tostitos Hint of Lime, even if there is no actual lime in the ingredients.