Description
Craving a quick breakfast, a cozy dinner side, or something buttery for brunch? These Butter Swim Biscuits are everything you love about classic Southern biscuits—only easier. The dough comes together in minutes and is baked in a pool of butter, creating an irresistibly crisp edge with a fluffy, tender center. It’s the ultimate easy recipe for comfort food lovers. Whether you’re browsing for breakfast ideas, simple food ideas, or a healthy snack alternative, this no-fail biscuit recipe deserves a spot in your rotation.
Ingredients
1 cup buttermilk
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Place the butter in an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking dish and melt it in the oven.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
3. Pour in the buttermilk and stir until a sticky dough forms—don’t overmix.
4. Remove the hot dish with melted butter from the oven. Spoon the dough over the butter and gently spread it evenly.
5. Score the top of the dough into 9 squares using a butter knife.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and edges are crisp.
7. Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!
Notes
Use real buttermilk for best flavor and texture. A DIY substitute works, but won’t be as tangy.
Don’t skip the scoring step—it helps the biscuits bake evenly and makes portioning easier.
These freeze beautifully! Wrap and store for up to 3 months; reheat in oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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