Blueberry Butter Swim Biscuits Recipe
Delight in these tender Blueberry Butter Swim Biscuits featuring fresh blueberries baked in a buttery base, topped with a smooth lemon glaze. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat, these biscuits combine fluffy, moist texture with a bright, citrusy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 9 biscuits 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour (spoon and leveled)
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1¾ cups buttermilk (up to 2 cups if needed)
- ½ cup salted butter, melted (1 stick)
Fresh Ingredients
- 1½ cups fresh blueberries
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready when the dough is prepared.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined, which will ensure proper leavening and flavor distribution.
- Form Dough: Gradually pour in the buttermilk while stirring gently just until a sticky dough forms. Be careful not to overmix to keep the biscuits tender. If the dough appears dry, add a bit more buttermilk as needed.
- Add Blueberries: Gently fold the fresh blueberries into the dough, distributing them evenly without crushing to maintain their shape and burst of flavor.
- Prepare Baking Pan: Pour the melted salted butter into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish, creating a buttery base for the biscuits that will add richness and moisture.
- Shape Biscuits: Spread the dough evenly over the melted butter in the baking dish, smoothing the surface using a spatula. Use a knife to cut the dough into 9 equal squares to portion the biscuits before baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the biscuit tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean, signaling they are cooked through.
- Prepare Lemon Glaze: While the biscuits bake, whisk together the powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice in a small bowl until the mixture is smooth. Add the vanilla extract to enhance flavor. Adjust thickness by adding more lemon juice to thin or more powdered sugar to thicken according to preference.
- Finish and Serve: Once baked, allow the biscuits to cool slightly in the pan. Drizzle the prepared lemon glaze over the warm biscuits, then serve immediately to enjoy the tender texture and bright, buttery flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh blueberries for the best texture; frozen berries may create excess moisture and alter baking time.
- If buttermilk is not available, use milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar added as a substitute and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough biscuits; stir only until combined.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the butter with a plant-based alternative and use a non-dairy milk for buttermilk substitute.
- The glaze thickness can be adjusted based on preference to make a heavier coating or a lighter drizzle.
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