Ham and Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits are a delicious, savory twist on classic biscuits, perfect for breakfast or as a side with a meal. Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Ham and Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits
Ingredients:
For the Biscuits:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ cup cold butter (1 stick), cut into small cubes
- 1 ¼ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup buttermilk
For the Butter Swim:
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Make the Biscuit Dough:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and diced ham.
- Pour in the buttermilk and mix until just combined. The dough will be somewhat sticky.
- Prepare the Butter Swim:
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. If desired, stir in garlic powder and dried parsley for extra flavor.
- Assemble Biscuits:
- Pour the melted butter into the prepared baking dish.
- Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough into the dish, spacing them evenly.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Let the biscuits cool slightly before serving. They’re great warm or at room temperature.
Enjoy your ham and cheese butter swim biscuits! They’re sure to be a hit with their cheesy, buttery goodness.