Butter Swim Biscuits
Butter Swim Biscuits are a simple and delicious recipe that creates soft and flaky biscuits with a buttery, golden bottom. Here’s how you can make them:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Additional melted butter for brushing the tops
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Prepare Baking Dish:
- Grease a baking dish or cast-iron skillet with a small amount of melted butter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add Buttermilk:
- Pour in the buttermilk and stir until just combined. The dough will be sticky.
- Form Biscuits:
- Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, drop portions of the dough into the prepared baking dish. You should have about 9-12 biscuits, depending on the size you prefer.
- Butter Swirl:
- Pour the melted butter over the top of the biscuit dough. You can gently swirl the pan to make sure the butter gets around and under each biscuit.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
- Brush with Butter:
- Once out of the oven, brush the tops of the biscuits with additional melted butter for a shiny finish.
- Serve Warm:
- Allow the biscuits to cool slightly before serving. They are best enjoyed warm.
These Butter Swim Biscuits are incredibly easy to make and have a wonderfully buttery flavor with a soft, flaky texture. They are a perfect side for breakfast, brunch, or any meal where you want a delicious biscuit.
