Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Add 1 stick (1/2 cup) of butter in a small microwave-safe mixing bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds or until butter is melted. Set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Whisk until well combined.

Add melted butter and milk to the flour mixture. Whisk gently until all the flour is wet. Do not overmix.

Add the shredded cheddar cheese and fold it in with a spoon.

Drop heaping spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet.

Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the biscuits are golden brown.

Meanwhile, melt the remaining 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) of butter in a small bowl in the microwave for 30 seconds.

Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and parsley to the melted butter, and stir with a pastry brush.

Remove biscuits from the oven, and brush with the melted butter mixture. Serve and enjoy!