Garlic Cheddar Butter Swim Biscuits

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
• 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
• 3/4 cup Buttermilk (cold)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (cut into pieces, for pan)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Melt Butter

   Place the baking dish on a middle rack, preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C), and add the butter pieces to the dish. Let the butter melt while the oven heats.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 450°F

2. Combine Dry Ingredients

   In a mixing bowl whisk together the all‑purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and garlic powder until evenly distributed.

   Time: PT2M

3. Add Cheese

   Stir the shredded cheddar cheese into the dry mixture, breaking up any clumps.

   Time: PT1M

4. Incorporate Buttermilk

   Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients, pour in the cold buttermilk, and gently fold with a spatula until the dough just comes together. Do not over‑mix.

   Time: PT2M

5. Transfer Dough to Hot Pan and Score

   Spoon the dough into the hot buttered baking dish, spreading it evenly. Using a sharp knife, score the surface into nine equal squares (3 × 3).

   Time: PT3M

6. Bake Biscuits

   Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through for even browning.

   Time: PT30M

   Temperature: 450°F

7. Cool and Serve

   Remove the pan from the oven, let the biscuits rest for 5 minutes, then cut along the scored lines and serve warm.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

10 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

14 g

Fiber

1 g