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Breakfast Butter Swim Biscuits

Mark Anthony
Breakfast Butter Swim Biscuits start your morning with flaky, buttery biscuits bathed in a warm, savory sauce perfect for dipping. The biscuits bake until golden, crisp on the outside and tender inside, while the buttery swim sauce pools around them, inviting you to savor every bite. Whether it’s a slow weekend breakfast or a comforting morning treat, this dish delivers satisfying, rich flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Servings 8 biscuits
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter cubed
  • ¾ cup whole milk or buttermilk
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted (for the butter swim)

Instructions
 

Make the Biscuit Dough:

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Cut cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Pour in the milk and stir until just combined. Don’t overmix—the dough should be slightly sticky.

Shape and Bake:

  • Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
  • Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out biscuits and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for 15–18 minutes, until the biscuits turn golden brown on top.

Butter Swim:

  • While the biscuits bake, warm the ½ cup of melted butter.
  • As soon as you remove the biscuits from the oven, place them in a baking dish or bowl and pour the warm melted butter all over them.
  • Let the biscuits soak in the butter for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Bake a batch today, fill your kitchen with their inviting aroma, and share the joy. Snap a photo of your buttery beauties and share it on Instagram—tag me so we can celebrate your baking success. Happy baking!