Description
Peach Butter Swim Biscuits are warm, fluffy, and deliciously sweet biscuit squares infused with fresh or canned peaches, peach syrup, and a buttery crust. Baked to golden perfection and topped with a smooth vanilla glaze, these delightful treats make a perfect dessert or breakfast option that serves nine people.
Ingredients
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Dry 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
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk (or homemade using milk and vinegar/lemon juice)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup canned or fresh diced peaches, well-drained
- 1/2 cup peach juice or syrup (from canned peaches or fresh peach puree)
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk (or cream for a richer flavor)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Butter: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Pour the melted butter into an 8×8-inch baking dish, ensuring the bottom is evenly coated. This will create a rich, buttery base for the biscuits.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt until they are thoroughly combined, ensuring an even distribution of the leavening and seasoning.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Gently stir in the buttermilk and the peach juice or syrup until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a fluffy texture. Then carefully fold in the diced peaches to distribute the fruit evenly without breaking them down.
- Transfer Batter: Pour and spread the biscuit batter evenly over the melted butter in the baking dish. Make sure it’s level for uniform baking.
- Score the Dough: Lightly score the dough into 9 equal squares with a knife. This step helps the biscuits bake evenly and makes it easier to separate them after baking.
- Bake the Biscuits: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the biscuits turn golden brown and bubbly at the edges, signaling they are cooked through.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes to set.
- Prepare Glaze: While the biscuits cool, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth to create a sweet vanilla glaze.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the prepared glaze over the warm biscuits just before serving to add a deliciously sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- If fresh peaches are not available, canned peaches drained well work perfectly.
- Use cream instead of milk in the glaze for a richer flavor and texture.
- Score the batter gently to maintain the biscuit’s rise and texture but still aid in portioning.
- Buttermilk can be homemade by adding 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk; let it sit for 5-10 minutes before use.
