Blueberry Butter Swim Biscuits

These Blueberry Butter Swim Biscuits are a buttery, fluffy, and indulgent twist on classic biscuits. The blueberries add bursts of sweetness, while the warm butter “swim” bath ensures each bite is rich and melt-in-your-mouth tender. Topped with a simple glaze, these biscuits are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Ingredients

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted (plus more for brushing)
• 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1¾ cups buttermilk (you may need up to 2 cups)
• 1½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2–3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or a round cake pan with butter or nonstick spray.

Step 2: Make the Dough

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. Pour in 1¾ cups of buttermilk and stir gently until just combined. The dough will be sticky—add more buttermilk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to achieve a soft, scoopable consistency.
3. Gently fold in the blueberries, being careful not to crush them.

Step 3: Shape the Biscuits

1. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded portions of dough into the prepared baking dish, spacing them slightly apart. You should have about 8–10 biscuits.

Step 4: Add the Butter Bath

1. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the tops of the biscuits, ensuring the butter pools around the base of each biscuit. This creates the signature “swim” effect that makes these biscuits extra buttery and tender.

Step 5: Bake

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top and cooked through. The butter will create a crispy, golden crust while keeping the insides soft and fluffy.

Step 6: Make the Glaze

1. While the biscuits bake, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2–3 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Adjust the milk or sugar as needed to achieve your desired consistency.

Step 7: Glaze and Serve

1. Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool slightly in the pan.
2. Drizzle the glaze generously over the warm biscuits. Serve immediately while still warm for the ultimate buttery, blueberry-packed experience.

Tips for Success

• Blueberry Tip: If using frozen blueberries, toss them lightly in flour before folding them into the dough to prevent them from sinking or bleeding too much color.
• Butter Bath: Don’t skimp on the butter drizzle—it’s what makes these biscuits irresistibly rich and tender.
• Glaze Variations: Add a splash of lemon juice or vanilla extract to the glaze for extra flavor.
• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven for best results.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Blueberry Butter Swim Biscuits are a show-stopping treat that combines the fluffiness of biscuits with the juicy sweetness of blueberries and the decadence of a butter bath. They’re easy to make yet feel indulgent and special, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re serving them warm with a drizzle of glaze for breakfast or bringing them to a potluck, these biscuits are sure to disappear quickly. Dive into this buttery, berry-filled delight and savor every bite!