Butter Swim Biscuits

Ingredients

• 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp sugar (optional, for slight sweetness)
• 2 cups buttermilk (or 2 cups milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice/vinegar)
• ½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Pour melted butter into an 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish.
3. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
4. Add buttermilk and stir just until combined (don’t overmix).
5. Pour batter directly into the butter-filled pan. Do NOT stir.
6. Spread evenly; the butter will rise around the edges.
7. Score the batter into 9 squares (optional, for easy cutting).
8. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown on top.

What Makes Them Special

• The dough “swims” in butter while baking
• Crispy, golden edges with soft fluffy center
• No kneading or rolling needed

Serving Ideas

• Honey or jam
• Garlic butter
• Fried chicken or breakfast eggs

If you want, I can also show a cheesy version or a garlic herb butter swim biscuit recipe.