Butter Swim Biscuits Recipe

These Butter Swim Biscuits are incredibly easy to make and have a deliciously buttery, flaky interior with a crispy golden-brown crust. They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish for dinner. The “swim” part of the name comes from the biscuits being baked in a pool of melted butter, which gives them their rich, buttery flavor.

Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups buttermilk (cold)
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Additional melted butter for brushing (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Use a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) square baking dish or a similar-sized ovenproof skillet.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add Cold Buttermilk: Pour the cold buttermilk into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. The dough will be wet and sticky.
Melt the Butter: Place the 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in the baking dish or skillet. Transfer it to the preheated oven for a couple of minutes until the butter is melted and sizzling.
Form Biscuits: Carefully remove the hot baking dish from the oven. Spoon the biscuit dough into the melted butter, distributing it evenly. You don’t need to mix it; just drop spoonfuls of dough into the butter.
Bake: Return the dish to the oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown on top. They will rise and puff as they bake.
Optional Butter Brush: If desired, brush the tops of the biscuits with additional melted butter as soon as they come out of the oven.
Serve: Allow the biscuits to cool slightly, and then serve them warm. They are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.

Tips:

Be careful when handling the hot baking dish or skillet. Use oven mitts or a towel to protect your hands.
For a twist, you can add grated cheese, herbs, or spices to the biscuit dough before dropping it into the melted butter.
Serve these biscuits with jam, honey, or alongside your favorite breakfast items like scrambled eggs and bacon.
Leftover biscuits can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven or microwave.

Enjoy these deliciously buttery biscuits that are sure to be a hit at your breakfast or brunch table.

Variations:

1. Cheddar and Chive Biscuits: Add shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh chives to the biscuit dough for a savory twist. These pair wonderfully with soups and stews.

2. Sweet Cinnamon Sugar Biscuits: Make a sweet version by adding cinnamon and sugar to the dough. After baking, drizzle them with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and a little milk.

3. Herbed Butter: Experiment with different herbs in the melted butter, like rosemary, thyme, or garlic, for a unique flavor profile.

4. Bacon and Cheese: Fold in crumbled bacon and grated cheese for a savory and indulgent treat.

5. Honey Butter: Serve your biscuits with a side of honey butter – just mix honey and softened butter together until smooth.

6. Biscuit Sandwiches: Split the biscuits and use them as a base for breakfast sandwiches with eggs, bacon, or sausage.

Cook’s Notes:

Make sure your buttermilk is cold. Cold buttermilk helps create flakier biscuits.
If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to 1 1/2 cups of milk. Let it sit for a few minutes to curdle before using.
You can use a round baking dish or a cast-iron skillet if you don’t have a square one. Just make sure it’s ovenproof.
These biscuits are best enjoyed fresh and warm. They are at their flakiest and tastiest right out of the oven.
Adjust the baking time as needed. Biscuits are done when they are golden brown on top and cooked through.

Now you have a versatile and delicious biscuit recipe that can be customized to your liking. Whether you go for the classic buttery version or get creative with variations, these biscuits are sure to be a hit. Enjoy!