Butter Swim Biscuits get their name quite literally; the flaky, tender biscuits are baked in a pool of melted butter, so the butter infuses into the crust for extra richness and golden color. You just won’t believe how crunchy and buttery the outer crust is or how fluffy and rich the interior is! It’s astounding how one simple change can really amp up your biscuits. Butter Swim Biscuits are simple to make and just so wonderful to serve up for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This is pure butter heaven!
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 2/3 cups buttermilk
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
Step 2 –Add the butter to an 8×8-inch baking dish.
Step 3 –Place the baking dish in the oven and let it sit until the butter melts, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 4 –In a bowl, add the flour, the sugar, the baking powder, and the salt and whisk until combined.
Step 5 –Add the buttermilk to the flour mixture and stir until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
Step 6 –Pour the dough into the dish with the melted butter, pressing it flat.
Step 7 –Score equal squares into the dough.
Step 8 –Bake until golden-brown, about 20-25 minutes.
Step 9 –Slice and serve immediately.
