Description
Butter Swim Biscuits are soft, flaky biscuits baked in melted butter, creating a rich, moist texture that feels like they are swimming in butter. This classic Southern-style biscuit recipe is quick to prepare, perfect for a comforting breakfast or side dish, boasting a tender crumb and delicious buttery finish.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour (300 grams)
- 1½ tablespoons granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1¾ cups buttermilk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted, 1 stick)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure a hot cooking environment that helps the biscuits rise well and develop a golden crust.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasonings.
- Add Buttermilk: Pour in the buttermilk and gently mix until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing to keep the biscuits tender and flaky.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Pour the melted butter into the bottom of an 8×8-inch glass baking dish, coating the base evenly to allow the biscuits to bake in butter.
- Transfer Dough: Turn the biscuit dough into the baking dish and spread it into an even layer over the melted butter to ensure uniform baking and absorption of butter.
- Cut Dough: Use a bench scraper or sharp knife to cut the dough into nine equal squares directly in the baking dish, which will allow them to bake together while remaining distinct biscuits.
- Bake Biscuits: Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until they turn golden brown and spring back when lightly pressed, indicating they are fully baked.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the biscuits to rest in the baking dish for 5 minutes after baking. This lets them absorb the melted butter at the bottom for extra richness before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough biscuits.
- Ensure the oven is fully preheated before baking for best rise and texture.
- You can substitute buttermilk with milk mixed with a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar if needed.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
- Leftover biscuits can be reheated in the oven or toaster oven to restore crispness.
