Step 1

Preheat oven to 450 degrees.

Step 2

In a large bowl, add flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper. Mix well with a fork or whisk.

Step 3

Stir in melted butter, buttermilk, and shredded cheddar cheese, mix until combined without large clumps (do not overmix.)

Step 4

Line a large baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper.

Step 5

Spoon 12 biscuits onto parchment paper and bake at 400, until edges slightly brown.

Step 6

Remove from oven.

Step 7

Combine melted butter, garlic powder, chopped parsley, and fresh cracked pepper in a small bowl and brush over hot biscuits right out of oven.

Step 8

Serve immediately.