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Stack of golden ham and cheese butter swim biscuits with melted cheddar and flaky layers, topped with fresh herbs on a rustic plate
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Ham and Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits Recipe

These Ham and Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits are rich, fluffy, and irresistibly buttery with crispy golden edges and a soft, cheesy center. Made in one pan with no kneading required, this easy comfort food recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick savory dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 9 biscuits (1 square per serving)
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¾ cups buttermilk
  • ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 cup cooked ham diced
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper optional

Equipment

  • 8×8 baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
    Melt the butter
    1. Place butter in your baking dish
    2. Let it melt in the oven, then remove
    Prepare the dough
    1. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt
    2. Add buttermilk and stir gently until combined
    Add fillings
    1. Fold in diced ham and shredded cheese
    2. Mix lightly (do not overmix)
    Transfer dough
    1. Spread evenly into the buttered dish
    2. Dough will sit on top of melted butter
    Score the dough
    1. Cut into 9 squares before baking
    Bake
    1. Bake for 20–25 minutes
    2. Until golden brown with crispy edges
    Cool slightly & serve
    1. Let rest for 5 minutes before cutting

    Nutrition

    Serving: 120gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 520IUCalcium: 220mgIron: 2mg

    Notes

    • Do not overmix the dough to keep biscuits fluffy
    • Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting
    • Leftover ham works perfectly in this recipe
    • You can substitute buttermilk with milk + lemon juice
    Pro Tip: For extra flavor, brush warm biscuits with melted butter right after baking.

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