🔪 Step 5: Cut the Dough Before Baking
Before baking, take a sharp knife or bench scraper and score the dough into 9 even squares (or 12 smaller pieces if you prefer). Cutting before baking helps the biscuits rise and makes them easier to separate later.
🔥 Step 6: Bake to Golden Perfection
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the tops of the biscuits are golden brown and crispy around the edges.
As they bake, the butter bubbles up and soaks into the dough, creating an irresistible buttery flavor in every bite.
🧀 Optional Add-Ins
Want to customize your Butter Swim Biscuits? Try adding:
- Cheese & Garlic: Mix in 1 cup of shredded cheddar and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder for a cheesy-garlic twist.
- Herbs: Sprinkle chopped parsley, rosemary, or chives into the dough for a fragrant, savory flavor.
- Sweet Touch: Add a tablespoon of honey or drizzle melted butter and cinnamon sugar on top for a breakfast treat.
🧊 Step 7: Cool and Serve
Once baked, let the biscuits rest for 5 minutes before cutting through the pre-scored lines. The golden, crispy bottom layer and the buttery aroma will make your kitchen smell like heaven.
Serve warm with a drizzle of honey, a pat of butter, or your favorite jam. They’re also perfect alongside fried chicken, gravy, or soups.
💡 Tips for Perfect Butter Swim Biscuits
- Use real butter — Margarine won’t deliver the same rich flavor or texture.
- Cold buttermilk is key — It helps keep the dough tender.
- Don’t overmix — Stir just until ingredients come together.
- Use the right pan size — Too large and they’ll spread too thin; too small and they might not cook evenly.
🥐 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No kneading or rolling — everything mixes in one bowl.
- Every bite is buttery, crispy, and soft.
- Perfect for breakfast, dinner, or as a comforting side dish.
- Foolproof even for beginners!
✨ Final Thoughts
Butter Swim Biscuits are the kind of simple yet unforgettable comfort food that makes any meal special. The combination of melted butter, fluffy dough, and golden crust creates a biscuit that’s rich, satisfying, and utterly delicious. Whether you enjoy them plain, with honey, or smothered in gravy, these biscuits are sure to become a family favorite.
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