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Sourdough Butter Swim Biscuit Recipe

Easy and uncomplicated, these Butter Swim Biscuits are the perfect last minute breakfast. The biscuit batter is baked in a pool of melted butter, the result is a tender, cakey biscuit that’s delicious served with a pat of salted butter and homemade preserves.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Sides
Cuisine: American
Servings: 9 biscuits
Calories: 222kcal
Author: Hannah Dela Cruz

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 113 grams unsalted butter cold and cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 113 grams sourdough discard
  • 180 grams milk
  • ¼ teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 240 grams all-purpose flour
  • 10 grams baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 25 grams granulated sugar
  • 5 grams Kosher salt
Metric - US Customary

Instructions

  • Prep: Preheat the oven to 450 F. Melt butter in an 8-by-8 pan while the oven preheats, about 5 to 8 minutes.
    113 grams unsalted butter
  • Make the batter: Combine the wet ingredients in a large bowl.
    113 grams sourdough discard, 180 grams milk, ¼ teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • Fold the dry ingredients into the milk mixture. Gently stir until all of the flour is incorporated but don’t over mix or your biscuits may turn out dry and dense.
    240 grams all-purpose flour, 10 grams baking powder, ¼ teaspoon baking soda, 25 grams granulated sugar, 5 grams Kosher salt
  • Bake: Carefully pour the batter over the melted butter, spread it evenly in the prepared pan. Bake the biscuits for 25 to 30 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown. Move the pan to a wire rack and allow the biscuits to cool slightly before serving.
  • Serve: Cut the biscuits into 9 portions and serve with butter and jam or homemade preserves.
  • Store: These biscuits are best enjoyed the day they are baked but will store fine in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • Both sourdough discard and active starter will work for this recipe.
  • Don't over mix your batter.
  • Substitute lemon juice or white vinegar for apple cider vinegar if that's all you have. 

Nutrition

Calories: 222kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 374mg | Potassium: 62mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 346IU | Calcium: 97mg | Iron: 1mg