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Butter Swim Biscuits

Buttery Comfort: Easy Butter Swim Biscuits Recipe

Experience the delightful Butter Swim Biscuits, a savory combination of buttery goodness, sausage, and cheese perfect for breakfast.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9 biscuits
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free 1:1 mix
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder leavening agent
  • 1 tablespoon sugar adjust for taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt balances flavors
  • 1 cup buttermilk can substitute with milk and lemon juice
For the Filling
  • 1 pound ground breakfast sausage choose mild or spicy
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese can experiment with other cheese blends
For the Baking
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter for the pan
Optional Spices
  • black pepper optional
  • paprika optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook 1 pound of ground breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Add buttermilk and combine. Fold in sausage and cheddar.
  4. Transfer the biscuit dough into the hot buttered dish and lightly score into 9 squares.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Cool for 5-10 minutes, slice along the scored lines, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuitCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, preheat the oven properly and mix the dough gently to avoid dense biscuits. Customize spices to your preference.

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