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golden-baked butter swim biscuits in a white ceramic pan, cut into neat squares with lightly crisped tops and soft, fluffy centers, one piece pulled out showing a tender crumb, minimal melted butter pooling in the corner, styled on a neutral countertop with natural daylight.

Butter Swim Biscuits

Easy Southern butter swim biscuits with crispy golden edges and tender fluffy centers baked in a pool of melted butter. Homemade biscuits ready in 30 minutes using just 5 simple ingredients for perfect comfort food results.
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Course: Bread, Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, southern
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 12 biscuits
Calories: 185kcal
Cost: $3.50

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish (For butter swimming effect)
  • Large mixing bowl (For combining dry ingredients)
  • Large spoon (For dropping dough portions)
  • Measuring cups (For accurate measurements)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups self-rising flour - Do not substitute all-purpose
  • 1 cup cold buttermilk - Cold temperature is important
  • ½ cup salted butter - 1 stick, for melting in pan
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar - Adds slight sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon salt - Enhances flavor

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 450°F and place butter in 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Put dish with butter in oven until butter melts completely, about 5 minutes
  • Mix flour, sugar, and salt together in large mixing bowl
  • Pour cold buttermilk into dry ingredients and stir just until combined
  • Spoon dough portions directly into melted butter, spacing evenly
  • Bake 20-25 minutes until golden brown with crispy edges
  • Remove from oven and serve warm while butter is still bubbling

Notes

Make sure the buttermilk is cold for the fluffiest texture. Do not substitute self-rising flour to ensure the perfect rise and consistency. These biscuits are best served warm!

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuit | Calories: 185kcal (9%) | Carbohydrates: 22g (7%) | Protein: 4g (8%) | Fat: 9g (14%) | Saturated Fat: 6g (38%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 25mg (8%) | Sodium: 380mg (17%) | Potassium: 95mg (3%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 2g (2%) | Vitamin A: 290IU (6%) | Calcium: 85mg (9%) | Iron: 1.2mg (7%)