The golden-brown exterior of these biscuits gives way to a soft and tender interior that readily soaks up a generous slather of butter.Apple-Cheddar-Sage Biscuits Print Recipe Pin Recipe Makes 12 biscuits Ingredients  3¾ cups (469 grams) all-purpose flour3½ teaspoons (14 grams) granulated sugar1 tablespoon (15 grams) baking powder1 tablespoon (9 grams) kosher salt1 tablespoon (4 grams) packed fresh sage leaves, finely chopped½ teaspoon (1 gram) ground black pepper1 cup (227 grams) cold unsalted butter, cubed1 cup (113 grams) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese1 medium Gala or Honeycrisp apple (200 grams), peeled and shredded (see Notes)¾ cup (180 grams) cold whole buttermilk1 large egg (50 grams), lightly beaten1 tablespoon (15 grams) waterFresh sage leaves (optional)Flaked sea salt (optional), for sprinklingSoftened butter, to serve InstructionsPreheat oven to 425°F (220°C).Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, kosher salt, chopped sage, and pepper.

Add cold butter, tossing to coat.Using a pastry blender or your hands, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly and butter pieces are pea-size.Stir in cheese and apple.

Add cold buttermilk, and fold until a shaggy dough forms.Turn out dough onto a lightly floured su

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