CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QC Life) - Celebrity vegan chef, cookbook author, and dining experience curator Chef Joya joined us on the show today to share her signature bold flavors and vibrant energy. Known for hosting exclusive pop-up dinners and intimate culinary experiences throughout the year.
Catch her live this Sunday at the Vegan Vibes Music Series in Charlotte, where she’ll be serving her famous flaky vegan buttermilk biscuits from Brunchin’ with Chef Joya. These light, buttery biscuits—perfect with her trio of flavored butters—are a brunch essential. She’ll also be signing cookbooks and hanging out with the community. You can watch her full segment in the video below and try the biscuit recipe for yourself!
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Fluffy Buttermilk Biscuits + Flavored Butter Trio
From: Brunchin’ with Chef Joya cookbook
Biscuit Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp very cold vegan butter
- 3/4 cup vegan buttermilk (3/4 cup plant milk + 2 tsp lemon juice or vinegar)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Mix dry ingredients. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Add buttermilk and mix just until combined.
- Roll out, fold the dough a few times, then cut into biscuits.
- Bake 12–15 minutes until golden.
Flavored Butters (optional add-on):
- Maple Cinnamon: 1/2 cup vegan butter, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Garlic Herb: 1/2 cup vegan butter, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- Hot Honey: 1/2 cup vegan butter, 1 tbsp vegan hot honey or agave + chili flakes
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