Description
These Garlic Butter Swim Biscuits are soft, buttery, and packed with garlic flavor, perfect for any meal or as a savory snack. Made with a simple batter that’s baked right in a butter-lined dish, these biscuits are easy to prepare and deliver a golden, flaky texture with a delicious garlic butter topping.
Ingredients
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For the Biscuits:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 ¾ cups buttermilk (may need up to 2 cups)
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter
For the Garlic Butter Topping:
- ¼ cup salted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 450°F (232°C) and spray a 9×9 inch oven-safe glass or ceramic baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the biscuits.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder thoroughly.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in 1 ¾ cups of buttermilk and add the finely minced garlic to the dry ingredients. Stir everything together until you achieve a sticky batter; add a little more buttermilk if needed to get a thick and sticky consistency.
- Prepare the Butter Base: Melt ½ cup (1 stick) of salted butter in the microwave and pour it into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Transfer Dough to Dish: Pour the biscuit batter directly over the melted butter in the baking dish. Using a nonstick sprayed hand or spatula, spread the dough evenly. Cut the dough into 9 squares gently to help with portioning after baking.
- Bake Biscuits: Place the baking dish in the center rack of the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, rotating the dish halfway through for even baking. The biscuits should be golden brown on top and spring back when touched. Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean without wet batter.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Topping: While the biscuits bake, mix melted butter, dried parsley flakes, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
- Brush Biscuits: Once baked and still warm, brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the top of the biscuits to infuse extra flavor.
- Serve: Cut the biscuits along the scored lines and serve warm. Enjoy your flavorful garlic butter swim biscuits!
Notes
- Refer to the FAQ and ingredient list for substitutions and common questions.
- Nonstick spray is optional but recommended to prevent sticking despite the butter amount.
- Adjust garlic amount to personal taste; fresh garlic is preferred over jarred for the best flavor.
- Cheese can be added to the dough if desired for a cheesy garlic biscuit variation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container or bag in the refrigerator for up to a few days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
