Description
Irresistible Butter Swim Biscuits are a classic Southern-style quick bread made by baking fluffy buttermilk biscuit dough directly in melted butter. This technique creates rich, buttery biscuits with crisp edges and a tender interior, perfect as a comforting side or breakfast treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 450°F (232°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the biscuits.
- Prepare the baking dish: Pour the melted unsalted butter into a 9×9 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom to create the signature ‘swim’ bath for the biscuit dough.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt, mixing thoroughly to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Add buttermilk and form dough: Pour the buttermilk into the dry mixture and stir gently just until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix to keep the biscuits tender and light.
- Transfer dough to pan: Spoon the dough directly over the melted butter in the baking dish and gently spread it out to the edges using a spatula or knife.
- Cut the dough: Use a knife or spatula to cut the dough into 9 equal squares while still in the pan. This will make it easier to separate the biscuits after baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
- Cool slightly and serve: Allow the biscuits to cool in the pan for a few minutes so the butter is absorbed, then serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- These biscuits get their name because the dough bakes in melted butter, creating a rich flavor and crisp edges.
- If buttermilk is not available, substitute with 2 cups milk mixed with 2 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar, let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
- For extra buttery biscuits, brush additional melted butter on top right after baking.
- Use a sharp knife or a biscuit cutter to cut the dough cleanly without compressing it.
