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Cinnamon Sugar Butter Swim Biscuits

Indulgent Cinnamon Sugar Butter Swim Biscuits Made Easy

Indulge in the warmth of Cinnamon Sugar Butter Swim Biscuits, an easy recipe for a delightful breakfast or brunch treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 biscuits
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuits
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; substitute with a gluten-free blend for a different option.
  • 2 tablespoons Baking Powder Ensures your biscuits rise; always check freshness for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Aids in browning and lift; crucial for achieving that perfect texture.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness and enhances the flavor profile beautifully.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter (cold) Adds richness and flakiness; avoid margarine for optimal taste.
  • ¾ cup Buttermilk (cold) Moisture and tang are key; substitute with milk plus lemon juice or vinegar if needed.
For the Topping
  • ½ cup Melted Unsalted Butter Creates a delicious buttery base for the biscuits to swim in.
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens and helps with browning; can be swapped with brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Essential for that classic cinnamon sugar topping.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking cutter
  • Baking Dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Cut in the Butter: Add cold cubed butter and blend until coarse crumbs.
  3. Incorporate Buttermilk: Stir in buttermilk until just combined.
  4. Shape the Dough: Turn dough onto floured surface and pat into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
  5. Cut Biscuits: Use a cutter to press out rounds and gather scraps to re-roll.
  6. Melt Butter: Melt unsalted butter and pour into a baking dish.
  7. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  8. Arrange Biscuits: Place biscuit rounds close together in the dish.
  9. Sprinkle Cinnamon Sugar: Mix sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle over biscuits.
  10. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Cool: Let biscuits cool slightly in the dish for about 5 minutes.
  12. Serve Warm: Serve biscuits warm from the baking dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuitCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use cold butter and avoid over-mixing the dough.

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