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A close-up of a fluffy homemade butter biscuit sliced open to show its tender, flaky texture. A perfect side for any meal.

Butter Swim Biscuits: The Easiest, Most Foolproof Recipe

Discover the easiest, most foolproof Butter Swim Biscuits recipe! These no-knead biscuits bake in melted butter for a perfectly crisp crust and an unbelievably fluffy interior. The ultimate comfort food ready in under 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 9 biscuits
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder Make sure it's fresh
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1.5 cups buttermilk Preferably cold
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Melted

Equipment

  • 1 8x8-inch baking dish Glass or ceramic preferred.
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Instructions
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Pour the melted butter into an 8x8 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Pour the cold buttermilk into the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to stir until the ingredients are just combined. Do not overmix; the dough will be slightly lumpy and sticky.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a rectangle about 1/2-inch thick. Cut the dough into 9 equal squares.
  5. Place each biscuit square into the baking dish, arranging them in a single layer on top of the melted butter.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through. Serve warm.

Notes

Do not overmix the dough for the most tender and fluffy biscuits.
Make sure your baking powder is fresh for the best rise.
For a savory twist, add 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 tsp of garlic powder to the dry ingredients.
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