Description
Savory, flaky garlic butter swim biscuits with a rich garlic butter topping. Perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups (312.5 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups (414 ml) buttermilk
- ½ cup (113 g) salted butter
- 1 Tablespoon (12.5 g) granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon (14 g) aluminum-free baking powder
- 2 teaspoons (10 g) salt
- 2 teaspoons (6 g) garlic powder
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Garlic butter topping made from melted butter, dried parsley flakes, and garlic powder (quantities included in instructions)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Position the rack on the upper middle level to ensure even baking and a golden-brown top.
- Step 2: In a medium-sized bowl, combine 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar, 1 Tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder, 2 teaspoons salt, and 2 teaspoons garlic powder. Stir well to prevent clumps and ensure even flavor distribution.
- Step 3: Gradually pour 1 ¾ cups buttermilk into the dry ingredients, stirring gently just until the mixture is combined. The dough should be slightly sticky. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough biscuits.
- Step 4: Fold 4 cloves of minced fresh garlic into the dough evenly. This distributes the fresh garlic flavor without losing its punch during baking.
- Step 5: Butter a glass baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and maintain biscuit shape.
- Step 6: Spoon the dough into the greased baking dish and spread it out gently using a spatula to keep the dough soft and fluffy.
- Step 7: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt ½ cup salted butter. Stir in garlic powder and dried parsley flakes (amounts adjusted so the topping evenly flavors the biscuits).
- Step 8: Pour the garlic butter topping evenly over the biscuit dough in the prepared baking dish.
- Step 9: Place the baking dish on the upper middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25 minutes. Check for a golden-brown color on top and a slight rise as signs of doneness. Biscuits should feel firm to the touch.
- Step 10: Allow the biscuits to cool slightly for about 5 minutes to enhance flavor and make them easier to handle, then serve warm.
Notes
- Room Temperature: Store biscuits in an airtight container for up to 2 days, keeping them away from direct sunlight and heat.
- Refrigeration: Place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
- Freezing: Wrap each biscuit individually in plastic wrap, then store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- If the dough is overly sticky, sprinkle in an additional ¼ cup of flour while mixing until it reaches a manageable consistency.
- Check biscuits for doneness after 20 minutes; they should be golden brown and firm to the touch.
- If garlic butter topping cools and thickens, reheat in the microwave on medium power for 10 seconds to restore pourability.
- Add ½ teaspoon extra garlic powder to the topping for a stronger garlic note.
- If biscuits are not browning sufficiently, move the baking dish to the top rack for the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Reheat biscuits in the microwave briefly if cold. Reheat garlic butter topping in the microwave for 10 seconds if needed to keep it pourable.
- Serve with a fresh side salad or roasted vegetables.
- Pair biscuits with creamy potato soup or tomato bisque.
- Use as part of a breakfast spread or for savory breakfast sandwiches with scrambled eggs.
- Top with garlic aioli or fresh herbs, or add melted cheese or crushed red pepper flakes for additional flavor.
- For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a good measure-for-measure gluten-free flour blend.
- Use unsalted butter if preferred, adjusting salt as necessary in the dough.
- Fresh herbs such as parsley and chives can be incorporated for enhanced flavor.
- Cheddar cheese can be added for extra tang by shredding fresh block cheese.
- Use firm and fresh garlic cloves; avoid soft or sprouting garlic.
- All-purpose flour ensures the desired fluffy texture.
- Buttermilk adds tang and tenderness; substitute by mixing milk with vinegar if unavailable.
- Check baking powder freshness for optimal rise.
- Freshly cracked black pepper can be added for a subtle bite.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg