Description
Cinnamon Sugar Butter Swim Biscuits are a delightful Southern American treat, perfect for breakfast or dessert. These easy-to-make sweet biscuits feature a tender buttermilk dough baked in melted butter and topped with a cinnamon sugar butter mixture, creating a deliciously golden, buttery, and aromatic experience best served warm.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Topping Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 450°F (232°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to bake the biscuits properly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 tablespoon of sugar until well blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Stir the buttermilk into the dry ingredients just until combined—be careful not to overmix to keep the biscuits tender.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Pour the 1/2 cup melted butter into an 8×8-inch baking dish, coating the bottom thoroughly.
- Form Biscuit Layer: Pour the biscuit dough over the melted butter in the dish and spread it gently to the edges using a spatula.
- Make Cinnamon Sugar Butter: In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/4 cup melted butter with the 1/4 cup sugar and 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon until combined.
- Add Topping: Spoon or drizzle the cinnamon sugar butter mixture evenly over the biscuit dough surface.
- Score the Dough: Using a knife or bench scraper, cut the dough into 9 equal squares to help the biscuits bake evenly and become individual servings.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the biscuits turn golden brown and are cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Best served warm for the richest flavor and soft texture.
- Add a dash of vanilla extract to the cinnamon sugar butter mixture for enhanced depth of flavor.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for 1 to 2 days to maintain freshness.
- Refrigerate leftovers if you want to keep them longer; reheat gently before serving.
