- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 12 slices pepperoni, diced
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
- Mix flour, baking powder, 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and white pepper together in a bowl.
- Cut shortening into flour mixture with a knife or pastry blender until the mixture is slightly lumpy. Stir milk, Cheddar cheese, and pepperoni into flour mixture until well blended. Drop 2-inch balls onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Stir butter and remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder together in a small bowl; brush onto biscuits.