Description
These Green Chile Cheddar Butter Swimming Biscuits are a savory delight, with a crispy buttery bottom, gooey cheese, and a hint of green chile. Perfect for breakfast or as a side for soups and salads.
Ingredients
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For the Biscuits:
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, thick and shredded
- 1.5 cups buttermilk
- 1 (4-4.5 ounces) canned green chile
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and baking powder. Whisk to combine.
- Add cheese: Mix in cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
- Combine wet ingredients: Stir in buttermilk and green chiles until just combined.
- Prepare baking dish: Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Pour melted butter into a 9×9 baking dish and swirl to coat the bottom.
- Add dough: Transfer biscuit dough to the dish and spread evenly.
- Cut and bake: Cut dough into squares and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Allow biscuits to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
- Ensure the baking dish has high walls to prevent butter overflow.
- Use a metal spatula for serving to keep the crispy bottom intact.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 356 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 59mg
