Cheddar, Bacon, and Fresh Chive Biscuits

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped fresh chives. Gradually add the milk, stirring until the dough comes together. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it a few times until it becomes smooth. Roll out the dough to a 1-inch thickness and cut out biscuits using a round biscuit cutter. Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown. Remove from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.