Butter Swim Biscuits: The Flakiest, Most Buttery Biscuits You'll Ever Make


 

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tbsp baking powder

  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 ½ cups buttermilk (or whole milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

*(Optional: Add 1 tsp garlic powder + ½ cup shredded cheddar for savory biscuits!)*

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep & Preheat

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).

  2. Place butter in an 8x8-inch baking dish and melt in the oven (~3 minutes).

2. Mix the Dough

  1. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

  2. Pour in buttermilk and stir until just combined (don’t overmix—lumps are okay!).

3. Bake in Butter

  1. Carefully remove the hot dish with melted butter.

  2. Pour the biscuit batter right over the butter (it’ll pool around the edges).

  3. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and puffed.

4. Serve & Swoon!

  • Let cool 2 minutes, then slice into squares.

  • Drizzle with extra melted butter or honey if desired.

Serving Suggestions & Twists

🍯 Sweet version – Brush with honey butter.
🧀 Savory upgrade – Add cheddar + chives to the batter.
🥓 Breakfast favorite – Serve with sausage gravy.
🌿 Herb-infused – Mix in rosemary or thyme.

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