Description
Peach Butter Swim Biscuits are warm, fluffy, and delightfully sweet biscuits infused with fresh or canned diced peaches and glazed with a smooth vanilla peach syrup. These biscuits bake in a butter-lined pan to achieve a crispy, golden crust with a tender, bubbly interior, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting dessert treat.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (substitute with gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (or homemade by mixing milk with vinegar or lemon juice)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup canned or fresh diced peaches, well-drained if canned
- 1/2 cup peach juice or syrup (from canned peaches or fresh peach puree)
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk (substitute cream for a richer flavor)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Pour the melted butter into an 8×8-inch baking dish and swirl to coat the bottom evenly, which will give the biscuits a crispy buttery crust.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt until fully combined to ensure even rising and balanced flavors.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Gently stir in the buttermilk and peach juice or syrup until just combined to avoid overworking the batter, then carefully fold in the diced peaches to distribute fruit pieces without breaking them.
- Assemble Biscuit Batter: Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly over the melted butter layer to ensure uniform baking.
- Score the Dough: Lightly score the dough into 9 squares with a knife to help with even portioning and baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top and bubbly around the edges, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and let the biscuits cool in the pan for 10 minutes, allowing them to set and making them easier to serve.
- Prepare Glaze: While the biscuits cool, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the warm biscuits just before serving for an extra touch of sweetness and a glossy finish.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend that includes xanthan gum.
- Ensure canned peaches are well-drained to avoid soggy batter.
- Use fresh peaches in season for best flavor and texture.
- Buttermilk can be made at home by combining 1 cup milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice; let sit for 5 minutes before using.
- Serve warm for the best taste experience; leftovers can be gently reheated.
- The glaze can be adjusted in thickness by adding more milk for a thinner glaze or more powdered sugar for thicker.
