Step 6: Score the Biscuit Dough

Using a knife, lightly score the dough into 9 or 12 squares.
This makes the final biscuits easier to separate and helps them bake evenly.

Step 7: Bake

Place the baking dish into the hot oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until:

• The top is golden brown
• The edges are crisp and bubbling with butter
• A toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean

Step 8: Rest and Serve

Let the biscuits sit for 5 minutes after baking.
This lets the butter settle into every crevice.

Serve warm with:

• Honey
• Jam
• Gravy
• Fried chicken
• Or simply as they are!

Tips for the Best Results

✔ Use real buttermilk

It adds tang and tenderness. If you don’t have it, mix 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar into 1 ½ cups milk, let sit 5 minutes.

✔ Don’t overmix

Overworking the dough makes biscuits dense. Minimal stirring is key.

✔ Score before baking

Makes even, clean edges and helps the biscuits rise properly.

✔ Try flavor variations

• Garlic & Herb: Add garlic powder and chopped parsley.
• Cheddar: Mix in shredded sharp cheddar.
• Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika.

Final Thoughts

Butter Swim Biscuits are the perfect combination of simple ingredients and irresistible flavor. With minimal effort and maximum payoff, this recipe is ideal for both seasoned bakers and beginners looking to create something comforting and impressive.

Serve them alongside breakfast, lunch, or dinner—or enjoy them straight from the pan. Once you make these buttery beauties, they may just become a permanent part of your comfort-food rotation.

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