Description
To truly appreciate this dish, it helps to understand exactly what sets it apart from the classic baking canon. Traditional Southern biscuits rely on creating distinct layers of dough and cold fat, usually lard, shortening, or unsalted butter. Bakers are taught to handle the dough as little as possible to keep the fat from melting before it hits the oven, which is what creates those coveted flaky layers.
Ingredients
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- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups buttermilk
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Pour the melted butter into an 8×8-inch baking dish, coating the bottom evenly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Add the buttermilk and stir just until a thick dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Transfer the dough directly into the buttered baking dish and gently spread it into an even layer.
- Use a knife or bench scraper to score the dough into 9 equal squares before baking.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
- Let the biscuits rest for 5 minutes before serving. Separate along the scored lines and enjoy warm.
Notes
One bite is all it takes to see why these Butter Swim Biscuits have gone viral. They’re buttery, fluffy, and incredibly easy to make!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 250 kcal
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