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Blueberry Butter Swim Biscuits Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings

Description

Delight in these tender and buttery Blueberry Butter Swim Biscuits, featuring fresh blueberries folded into a soft buttermilk biscuit dough. Finished with a tangy lemon glaze, these biscuits offer a perfect balance of sweet and citrus flavors, ideal for breakfast or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

Biscuit Dough

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • 7 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup fresh blueberries

Lemon Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2-4 teaspoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare butter: Preheat your oven to 350℉ (176℃). Melt the unsalted butter and allow it to cool while measuring the other ingredients to ensure it is ready when needed.
  2. Combine sugar and lemon zest: In a large mixing bowl, add the white sugar and lemon zest. Rub them together gently between your fingers for about a minute to release the vibrant lemon aroma and infuse the sugar.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to the bowl. Stir everything together until combined evenly.
  4. Add buttermilk: Pour in the buttermilk and mix until the dough is almost completely combined. Be careful not to over-mix to keep the biscuits light and tender.
  5. Fold in blueberries: Gently toss in the fresh blueberries and continue mixing just until there are no visible streaks of flour. Avoid over-mixing to prevent crushing the berries.
  6. Prepare baking pan: Pour the cooled melted butter into the bottom of your baking pan, spreading it evenly. Then add the biscuit batter on top and smooth it out evenly across the pan.
  7. Score the biscuits: Using a knife, score the biscuit batter into 9 equal pieces (3 rows by 3 columns), cutting all the way to the bottom of the pan. This scoring will help you slice the biscuits neatly after baking.
  8. Bake: Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
  9. Make and apply glaze: While the biscuits cool slightly, prepare the lemon glaze by mixing the powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Adjust the lemon juice quantity to reach your preferred consistency. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled biscuits, allow it to set, then slice and serve.

Notes

  • Ensure the melted butter is cooled before adding to prevent cooking the dough prematurely.
  • Do not over-mix the batter after adding blueberries to keep the biscuits fluffy and intact.
  • Using fresh blueberries gives the best flavor and texture, but frozen blueberries may be used if fresh are not available—just thaw and drain excess moisture first.
  • The optional lemon zest in the dough enhances the citrus flavor but can be omitted if desired.
  • The lemon glaze can be adjusted in thickness by varying the amount of lemon juice added.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://eatwithdiane.com/blueberry-butter-swim-biscuits-recipe/