South Carolina Grilled Ham & Cheese Biscuits

Introduction

Flaky, buttery biscuits layered with savory country ham and melty cheese, grilled to golden perfection on the Arteflame grill. This beloved Southern comfort classic is given a bold twist with that signature sear and smoky kiss only an Arteflame can deliver. Prepare to savor every bite!

Ingredients

• 8 fresh homemade or store-bought buttermilk biscuits, halved
• 1/2 lb sliced South Carolina country ham
• 1/2 lb sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional, for extra flavor)
• Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up your Arteflame grill

1. Place three paper napkins in the center of the Arteflame grill.
2. Pour a little vegetable oil over each napkin.
3. Stack small pieces of firewood over the napkins.
4. Light the napkins and allow the fire to build.
5. Wait 20 minutes for the grill to reach ideal grilling temps. The center grate will pass 1,000°F — perfect for searing.

Step 2: Prep your biscuit sliders

1. Split each biscuit in half horizontally.
2. Layer the bottom halves with country ham and cheddar cheese.
3. Add a light spread of Dijon mustard if desired.
4. Top with the other biscuit halves to make sandwiches.
5. Brush all sides lightly with melted butter.

Step 3: Grill to golden perfection

1. Place each biscuit sandwich on the flat cooktop griddle surrounding the center grate, closer to the middle for higher heat.
2. Grill until the bottoms are golden — about 2-3 minutes — then gently flip and grill the other side.
3. Move to a slightly cooler edge if the heat is too intense to avoid burning the buns.
4. Let the cheese melt and biscuit become crisped and golden — about 5-6 total minutes per slider.

Step 4: Serve warm

1. Remove from the grill and let rest for 1-2 minutes.
2. Serve hot with a sprinkle of cracked black pepper or fresh herbs if desired.

Tips

• Use the inner zone of the flat cooktop for crisping biscuits and melting cheese without burning the bread.
• Move sliders away from the center if the cheese starts to bubble too quickly.
• Always remove any meat from the grill 15°F before it reaches the target internal temperature to allow for carryover cooking.
• Brush the cooktop with butter before placing the biscuits down for extra flavor and crispness.
• You can grill the ham briefly on the center grate for a quick sear before building the sliders.

Variations

1. Pimento Cheese Biscuits: Swap out cheddar for Southern-style pimento cheese for a spicy twist.
2. Maple Dijon Ham Biscuits: Add a drizzle of maple syrup and a stronger mustard for sweet-savory contrast.
3. Grilled Apple & Ham Biscuits: Thinly slice and grill apples on the griddle before adding to biscuits.
4. Spicy Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuits: Add sliced pickled jalapeños and pepper jack in place of cheddar.
5. Honey Butter Biscuits: Brush warm biscuits with honey butter right off the grill to finish.

Best pairings

• Sweet tea served over crushed ice
• Grilled peaches or pineapple slices from the Arteflame griddle
• Southern-style creamy coleslaw
• Roasted sweet potato wedges grilled on the outer ring
• Smoky bourbon lemonade or grapefruit shandy

Conclusion

Cooking these South Carolina-style ham and cheese biscuits on the Arteflame grill brings out rustic flavor with timeless charm. Whether as a hearty breakfast or backyard appetizer, this dish is quick, easy, and absolutely crave-worthy. With your Arteflame, every layer from biscuit to ham gets that golden touch impossible to replicate indoors.