Perfectly Fluffy Butter Swim Biscuits

Tender on the inside, golden and buttery on the outside — and they practically bake in butter!

These Butter Swim Biscuits are a viral Southern classic for a reason! Made from scratch with pantry staples, they’re unbelievably soft, fluffy, and baked right in a pool of butter. No rolling, no cutting — just mix, pour, and bake! Perfect for breakfast, dinner sides, or soaking up gravy.

Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1 ¾ cups buttermilk (or substitute – see tips)

½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, melted