Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Pour in the buttermilk and stir until the dough just comes together.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead a few times. Flatten it into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
Cut the dough into 12 equal squares. Place a piece of mozzarella cheese in the center of each square, then wrap the dough around the cheese, pinching the edges to seal.
Arrange the dough balls, seam-side down, on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder.
Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
After baking, brush the tops with the remaining melted butter and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve warm.
Variations and Tips
Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack for varied flavors.
Add a piece of cooked bacon or a dollop of jam inside each dough ball for a sweet and savory twist.
For extra flavor, mix red pepper flakes with the garlic powder.
If you don’t have buttermilk, make a quick substitute by combining milk with a little lemon juice.
