Butter Swim Biscuits

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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.

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