Butter Swim Biscuits – The Easiest, Butteriest Biscuits You’ll Ever Make
Butter Swim Biscuits are the easiest, butteriest biscuits you’ll ever make! Baked directly in a pool of melted butter, they develop crispy golden edges and a soft, fluffy center. No kneading, rolling, or cutting required—just mix, pour, and bake. Perfect for breakfast, dinner, or anytime you need a warm and comforting treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 12 biscuits 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat & Melt Butter – Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place butter in an 8×8-inch baking dish and put it in the oven until fully melted.
- Mix the Dough – In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Add buttermilk and stir until just combined. The dough will be sticky.
- Pour into Butter – Carefully pour the biscuit dough into the melted butter in the baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Score the Biscuits – Use a knife to lightly score the dough into 9 squares.
- Bake Until Golden – Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Cool & Serve – Let the biscuits cool slightly, then cut along the scored lines and serve warm.
Notes
- If you don’t have buttermilk, make a substitute by mixing 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Use glass or ceramic baking dishes for the best results.
- Don’t overmix the dough—stir just until combined to keep the biscuits light and fluffy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg