Ham Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits (Printable Version)
Fluffy layered biscuits with ham, cheddar, and plenty of butter, delicious warm from the oven.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
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310 grams all-purpose flour
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15 millilitres baking powder
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13 grams granulated sugar
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5 grams salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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415 millilitres cold buttermilk
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115 grams unsalted butter, melted
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150 grams diced cooked ham
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115 grams shredded cheddar or American cheese
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Sliced cheese, optional for layering
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Chopped chives, for topping
# Steps To Follow:
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Set oven to 230°C. Pour melted butter evenly into a 23x23 cm baking dish or a cast iron skillet.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
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Pour in cold buttermilk and stir until a shaggy dough forms, taking care not to overmix. Gently fold in diced ham and shredded cheese.
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Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat into a rectangle, then fold over itself 2 to 3 times to develop distinct flaky layers.
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Cut dough into rounds using a biscuit cutter. For molten centers, sandwich sliced cheese between two thinner rounds if desired.
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Arrange biscuits closely together in the prepared pan. Finish with a sprinkle of chopped chives over each biscuit.
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Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until biscuits rise and the tops are deeply golden.
# Notes and Tips:
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For extra flakiness, ensure the buttermilk and ham are well chilled before preparing the dough.