Best Butter Swim Biscuits You’ll Regret Not Making Sooner (Only 6 Ingredients!)

Butter Swim Biscuits—just saying the name makes my mouth water! If you’ve never tried biscuits that literally swim in melted butter while baking, you’re in for a golden, flaky treat that’s unlike anything else. These beauties come together with just a handful of ingredients, but the flavor and texture? Pure Southern magic.

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Overview of Recipe Content

Butter Swim Biscuits are old-fashioned Southern-style biscuits that are baked in a puddle of butter—hence the name. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, dinner sides, or a comforting snack, these golden biscuits are soft inside with irresistibly crispy edges.

Why You’ll Love Them:

• Insanely easy – No kneading or rolling!
• Super buttery and flaky – You taste it in every bite.
• Only six ingredients – And probably all in your pantry.
• Crowd-pleaser – These vanish faster than you can say “pass the biscuits.”

What They Taste Like:

Imagine the fluffiest biscuit you’ve ever had, with a golden, crispy crust that crackles slightly as you bite in. Each bite soaks up just enough butter to make it decadent, but not greasy.

Ingredients:

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• ½ cup (1 stick) butter
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 ¾ cup buttermilk

Tools Needed:

• 8×8 baking dish
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk or fork
• Measuring cups and spoons

Suggested Substitutions:

• No buttermilk? Mix 1¾ cups milk with 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice, let sit 5 mins.
• Gluten-free? Use a 1:1 GF flour blend.
• Additions: A sprinkle of cheddar cheese or herbs like rosemary adds depth.

How to Make Butter Swim Biscuits

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Let’s roll up our sleeves! This recipe is so easy you’ll have it memorized after one go.

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). While it heats, place the butter in an 8×8 dish and put it in the oven until fully melted—watch closely!
2. Mix dry ingredients – In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
3. Add buttermilk – Pour it into the dry mix and stir just until combined. The dough will be sticky and thick.
4. Transfer dough – Drop the dough into the buttered dish and use a spatula to gently spread it out evenly. The butter will pool around the edges—YES!
5. Score the top – Use a knife to cut into 9 even squares. This helps with even baking and portioning.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and crisp on top.

Prepare yourself: your kitchen will smell like a Southern dream.

What to Serve with Butter Swim Biscuits

These biscuits are wildly versatile:

• Breakfast: Slather with jam or honey, or top with eggs and bacon.
• Dinner: Serve with fried chicken, gravy, or soup.
• Sweet Treat: Split and fill with fresh strawberries and whipped cream for a shortcake twist.

Tips for Making It Perfect

• Don’t overmix the dough—it can get tough.
• Use real buttermilk for the best flavor.
• Cut the dough before baking—this helps the butter soak evenly and gives those crispy edges.

Storage Instructions

• Room temp: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
• Fridge: Keep for up to 5 days, reheat in oven to crisp up.
• Freeze: Wrap individually and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw and warm in oven at 350°F.

General Information

Butter Swim Biscuits are a Southern staple, gaining recent popularity thanks to their viral simplicity and unforgettable texture. It’s a twist on your grandma’s cast-iron skillet biscuits—but even easier.

This recipe is especially lovely for holiday breakfasts, potlucks, or when you just need a bite of joy on a rainy day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a different baking dish?
Yes, just ensure it’s not too large or the dough will spread too thin. An 8×8 or 9×9 works best.

What if I don’t have buttermilk?
You can make a quick version with milk + lemon juice or vinegar.

Can I make these ahead?
You bet. Prep the dough and pour into the butter, then cover and refrigerate. Bake fresh when ready.

Why score before baking?
It helps the butter distribute and creates perfect pull-apart squares.

Can I use salted butter?
Yes—just reduce the added salt to ½ tsp.

Conclusion

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These Butter Swim Biscuits are a buttery revelation—crisp, fluffy, golden, and totally addicting. Perfect for any meal, any day. I can’t wait for you to try them!

If you loved this, you’ll also adore these:

• Homemade Garlic Knots
• Cheddar Chive Biscuits

Thanks for stopping by—now go make a pan of these! 🧈✨

Interactive Elements

Have you made these buttery beauties? Leave a comment below, share your biscuit pics on Pinterest, or tag @poulefrecipe on Instagram—I’d love to see them!

Nutritional Information

Serving	Calories	Fat	Saturated Fat	Carbs	Sugar	Protein	Sodium
1 biscuit	210	11g	7g	24g	2g	4g	330mg

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