Description
These Ham and Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits are deliciously flaky and savory, perfect for a satisfying breakfast or a comforting snack. Made with tender chunks of ham, sharp cheddar cheese, and a buttery biscuit base, they bake to a golden brown perfection and can be garnished with fresh herbs for added flavor and color.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Wet Ingredients and Mix-ins
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced cooked ham
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
Optional Garnish
- Chopped chives or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
- Cut in Butter: Add 1/2 cup cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, ensuring the butter pieces are evenly distributed for flakiness.
- Add Cheese and Ham: Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup diced cooked ham evenly throughout the mixture to distribute flavors.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup milk and 1 large egg until smooth.
- Form the Dough: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently mix until just combined to avoid overworking the dough, which can make the biscuits tough.
- Shape the Biscuits: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it gently into a 1-inch thick rectangle to prepare for cutting.
- Cut Biscuits: Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out round biscuits. Place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack. Garnish with optional chopped chives or parsley before serving.
Notes
- These biscuits are perfect for breakfast or as a side accompaniment for soups and stews.
- For a different flavor, cheddar can be swapped with mozzarella or Swiss cheese.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven to restore freshness.
