Here’s a simple, foolproof Butter Swim Biscuits recipe—crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, and loaded with buttery flavor:
🧈 Butter Swim Biscuits
🥣 Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- ½ cup (115g) butter (1 stick)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
- Set your oven to 220°C (425°F)
2. Melt the Butter
- Place the butter in a baking dish (8×8 or similar)
- Put it in the oven until fully melted, then remove
3. Make the Dough
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar
- Pour in buttermilk and stir until just combined
👉 Don’t overmix—the dough should be soft and slightly sticky
4. Assemble
- Pour the dough directly over the melted butter in the dish
- Gently spread it evenly (do NOT mix with the butter)
5. Score the Dough
- Use a knife to cut the dough into 9 or 12 squares before baking
6. Bake
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown on top
😋 Serve With
- Honey or jam 🍯
- Eggs or breakfast dishes 🍳
- Gravy or fried chicken 🍗
💡 Tips for Perfect Biscuits
- Use cold buttermilk for better texture
- Don’t skip the butter layer—it creates the crispy edges
- For extra flavor: add garlic powder, cheese, or herbs
If you want, I can show you a quick no-buttermilk substitute or a cheesy garlic version that tastes even more indulgent.
