Ted Lasso Biscuit Recipe

This Ted Lasso biscuits recipe is moist, crumbly, and buttery, with the perfect amount of fresh vanilla flavor. Not to mention, it's finished off with a sprinkle of sugar, giving every bite an extra touch of sweetness. They're so good, especially if you like your biscuits on the sweet side, and you'll never believe how easy they are to make! Since I’ve recreated other TV-inspired favorites like my Luca Pasta or Queer Eye cauliflower steaks, you can trust this copycat Ted Lasso biscuit recipe delivers that same bakery-quality taste you see on the show.

Why I Love These Ted Lasso Biscuits

If you’re a fan of Ted Lasso, then you already know about the legendary little pink box and those iconic buttery shortbread biscuits. In our house, we’re big fans of the show, so of course I had to try my hand at recreating them. After testing a few variations, I finally landed on this Ted Lasso biscuits recipe, and it’s everything you’d hope for: tender, flaky, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth good.

What I love most is how something so simple can feel so special. With just a handful of pantry staples—flour, butter, sugar, and a pinch of salt—you get biscuits that taste like they came straight from a bakery. They’re rich and buttery, lightly sweet, and have that delicate crunch from the sugar on top.

They’re also incredibly versatile. I’ve made them for hosting, gifting, and even just as a cozy treat with coffee, and they never last long. Friends and family always ask for the recipe, which tells me this copycat version really does capture the magic of the show.

Ingredients

Here's everything you'll need to make biscuits from Ted Lasso:

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• ⅔ cup granulated sugar, plus more for sprinkling
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract 
• Pinch of sea salt or kosher salt
• 2 cups all-purpose flour

You can use a lot of these ingredients - plus some fresh blueberries - to make my blueberry biscuit recipe, so definitely consider giving that one a try next!

How To Make Ted Lasso Biscuits

Step 1: Prep Work

Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper on all sides, grease it with butter or nonstick cooking spray, and preheat the oven to 340°F (170°C).

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In the bowl of a food processor, add the all-purpose flour, sugar, and a pinch of sea salt. Pulse to combine.

Step 3: Add the Butter

Add the butter and vanilla extract to the food processor. Pulse until just combined and the mixture begins to form dough around the blades of the food processor.

Step 4: Shape the Dough

Press the biscuit dough into the prepared pan, using your hands to spread the dough into an even layer. Then refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes, or freeze the dough for 15 minutes.

Step 5: Bake the Biscuits

Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until they are lightly golden brown.

Step 6: Slice and Garnish

Cool the biscuits on a wire rack for 5 minutes. While the biscuits are still hot, use a sharp knife to cut them into rectangles. Sprinkle the surface of the biscuits with granulated sugar. Let them cool completely, then serve. Enjoy!

Expert Tips

• Experiment with different sugars. Using powdered sugar instead of granulated sugar creates a finer, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a slightly less sweet flavor—similar to traditional shortbread biscuits.
• Use salted butter for balance. While unsalted butter works, salted butter enhances that signature salty-sweet flavor these Ted Lasso biscuits are known for. If using unsalted, just add a pinch more salt.
• Try brown sugar and browned butter. For a richer, nuttier twist, swap the granulated sugar and regular butter for brown sugar and browned butter. This variation adds depth and caramel notes to your shortbread.
• Mix the dough your way. A food processor is the quickest tool for this dough, but a stand mixer or even a hand mixer will get the job done just as well. Just make sure not to overmix—stop once the dough comes together.
• Serve them the Ted Lasso way. For an authentic touch, cut the biscuits into neat rectangles and tuck them into a small pink box—just like the ones from the show. It makes them perfect for gifting or entertaining.

How To Store Ted Lasso Biscuits

At room temperature: Wrap the leftover biscuits in plastic wrap or transfer them to an airtight container. Keep the biscuits at room temperature for about 2-3 days.

In the fridge: To keep the biscuits fresher for longer, transfer the leftovers to an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to one week.

In the freezer: Wrap the leftover biscuits tightly in plastic wrap and store them in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Let the frozen biscuits thaw in the fridge overnight before enjoying them.

Ted Lasso Biscuits FAQs

What are Ted Lasso biscuits made of?

Ted Lasso biscuits are shortbread cookies made with butter, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and salt. The short ingredient list gives them a rich, buttery flavor and a tender, crumbly texture.

Are Ted Lasso biscuits shortbread?

Yes, the biscuits in Ted Lasso are classic shortbread-style cookies. They’re baked in a square pan and cut into thick rectangles rather than shaped into individual round cookies.

What do Ted Lasso biscuits taste like?

Ted Lasso biscuits taste rich, buttery, lightly sweet, and slightly salty. Their texture is tender and crumbly with lightly crisp edges, while the vanilla adds a little extra flavor to the simple shortbread dough.

Where does Ted Lasso get his biscuits?

Ted secretly bakes the biscuits himself rather than buying them from a bakery. He brings them to Rebecca in a small pink box as part of their regular “Biscuits with the Boss” meetings.

Why does Ted give Rebecca biscuits?

Ted gives Rebecca homemade biscuits as a friendly morning gesture and a way to build a relationship with his new boss. The ritual becomes known as “Biscuits with the Boss” and continues throughout the series.

What is inside the pink box in Ted Lasso?

The pink box contains thick rectangular shortbread biscuits. Ted delivers a fresh box to Rebecca in the morning, and the simple pink packaging becomes one of the show’s most recognizable details.

Can I make Ted Lasso biscuits without a food processor?

Yes. Beat the softened butter, sugar, and vanilla together until combined, then mix in the flour and salt just until a dough forms. Avoid overmixing, which can make the biscuits less tender.

Why do you chill Ted Lasso biscuit dough?

Chilling firms the butter and helps the dough hold its shape while baking. It also makes the finished biscuits thicker and more tender instead of allowing them to spread or become greasy.

Can you buy Ted Lasso biscuits?

Yes, Ted Lasso-inspired shortbread biscuits have been sold in the signature pink boxes, although availability can vary. This homemade version uses basic pantry ingredients and lets you recreate the biscuits fresh at home.

More Copycat Recipes To Try

• McDonald's biscuits
• Cracker Barrel pancakes
• Krabby patty
• Bush's baked beans