Butter Swimming Biscuits

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup butter
• 3/4 cup milk

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse meal.
4. Add milk and stir until a soft dough forms.
5. Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly for 1 minute.
6. Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness.
7. Using a biscuit cutter, cut out desired amount of biscuits.
8. Place biscuits on a greased baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Remove biscuits from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• The term "butter swimming biscuits" refers to the way the butter melts and bakes in the biscuit.
• This recipe can be altered to make sweet biscuits by adding 1/2 cup of sugar to the dry ingredients.
• This recipe can be made with buttermilk for a richer flavor.