Spring is in full effect, and that means it’s time to bring bright, fresh flavors to your kitchen. Indulge in the ultimate sweet brunch treat with my Strawberry Butter Swim Biscuits—fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth buttermilk biscuits baked in a pool of butter, filled with fresh strawberries and swirls of strawberry jam. Every bite is golden, buttery perfection.
What are Butter Swim Biscuits?
Butter Swim Biscuits are a twist on classic buttermilk biscuits. They’re baked in a bath of melted butter, which gives them a crispy, golden crust and a super soft, fluffy interior. No rolling or cutting required—just mix, pour, and bake. They’re easy, buttery, and downright delicious.
These Strawberry Butter Swim Biscuits add a sweet spring twist with fresh strawberries and strawberry jam. Inspired by my Strawberry Cornbread, these buttery biscuits are the perfect brunch treat when you’re craving something cozy, sweet, and just a little bit extra.
Why You’ll Love These Strawberry Butter Swim Biscuits
- Sweet and buttery with fresh strawberries and jam
- Minimal effort, big payoff—no mixer or fancy tools needed
- Crowd-pleasing and kid-friendly
- Perfect for spring brunch, Easter, or Mother’s Day breakfast
Ingredients for Strawberry Butter Swim Biscuits?
- All purpose flour: or use self-rising flour and skip the baking powder and salt.
- Sugar: granulated sugar
- Salt: for balance.
- Baking powder: helps the biscuits rise. Again if you use self-rising flour, leave this out.
- Vanilla: for a warm delicious flavor.
- Unsalted butter: melted.
- Lemon Juice: helps balance the sweetness and adds a tang.
- Strawberries: diced.
- Strawberry jelly: creates pockets of strawberry goodness in each bite.
For the glaze
- powdered sugar
- half and half: or whole milk
- vanilla
Recipe Variations
Here are some fun ways to switch up these Butter Swim Biscuits.
- Berry Twist: Add a mix of berries or a homemade berry compote—this version is inspired by my Berry Cobbler Muffins.
- Cream Cheese Glaze: Swap the vanilla glaze for a rich, tangy cream cheese frosting for extra indulgence.
- Not into strawberries? Try a version with blueberries! Check out these delicious Blueberry Butter Swim Biscuits.
More Brunch Recipes
- Quick and Easy Breakfast Corndogs
- Delicious Peach Cobbler French Toast Recipe
- Easy Loaded Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl
- Stewed Jerk Mushrooms and Grits
- Breakfast Kolache Bombs
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If you make these Strawberry Butter Swim Biscuits, I’d love to see your creations! Tag me on Instagram @cookwithci and leave a comment below to let me know what you think.
Strawberry Butter Swim Biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups AP Flour
- 1 1/2 cup Buttermilk
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 5-6 strawberries diced
- 5 tbsp strawberry jelly optional
- 1/2 juice of lemon
For the glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tbsp half and half or milk use more depending on desired consistency
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Dice the strawberries and set them aside. In a large bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Add the sugar and salt, then stir to combine.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk. Gently mix until just combined—do not overmix. The batter should be thick and slightly lumpy.
- Add the diced strawberries, strawberry jelly, vanilla, and lemon juice. Fold gently to combine.
- Pour the melted butter into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish. Add the biscuit batter on top. Using a silicone spatula, spread the batter into an even layer. It’s okay if some of the butter rises to the top
- Before baking, use a knife to gently score the batter into 6 squares. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the biscuits bake, make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, half and half, vanilla, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Add more half and half for a thinner consistency, if desired.
- Once the biscuits have slightly cooled, drizzle with the vanilla glaze. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
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