Sweet and Buttery Peach Swim Biscuits

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These indulgent biscuits "swim" in melted butter while baking, creating a rich, tender texture. Sweet peaches and vanilla glaze make them perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Clare Greco
Updated on Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:27:02 GMT
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Summer Sweet Butter Swim Biscuits

These Peach Butter Swim Biscuits started as a happy accident in my kitchen one summer morning. By adding fresh peaches to my butter swim biscuit dough I created something magical. The biscuits bake in a pool of melted butter while bits of peach create pockets of sweet summer flavor. Perfect for lazy weekend mornings or anytime you need a little comfort.

Southern Comfort Meets Summer Fruit

These biscuits carry on a cherished Southern tradition with a fruity twist. The basic recipe comes from generations of home cooks who knew the magic of butter and flour. Adding peaches transforms these humble biscuits into something special while keeping that incredible melt in your mouth texture.

What You Need

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Baking Instructions

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I use fresh peaches instead of canned?

Yes, use peeled and diced fresh peaches. Make sure they're well-drained to avoid excess moisture.

→ Why do they call these "swim" biscuits?

Because the biscuits bake in melted butter, appearing to "swim" as they cook.

→ Can I make these ahead?

Best served fresh, but can be stored 2 days at room temp or 5 days refrigerated.

→ Why did my biscuits get too brown?

Cover with foil if browning too quickly. Every oven varies, so watch carefully.

→ Can I freeze these biscuits?

Yes, freeze baked biscuits up to 3 months. Wrap individually and store in freezer bags.

Peach Butter Swim Biscuits

Tender swim biscuits filled with juicy peaches and baked in butter, finished with a sweet vanilla glaze.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
35 Minutes
Total Time
45 Minutes

Category: Delicious Desserts

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 9 Servings (9 biscuits)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter.
02 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour.
03 1/4 cup granulated sugar.
04 1 tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder.
05 2 cups heavy cream.
06 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided.
07 15.25 ounces canned diced peaches, well drained.
08 Glaze: Powdered sugar.
09 Glaze: Milk.
10 Glaze: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 450°F.

Step 02

Grease 9x9 inch baking dish.

Step 03

Mix flour, sugar, baking powder.

Step 04

Add cream and 1 teaspoon vanilla.

Step 05

Fold in drained peaches.

Step 06

Melt butter in baking dish.

Step 07

Spread dough over butter.

Step 08

Cut into 9 squares.

Step 09

Bake 30-35 minutes.

Step 10

Mix glaze ingredients.

Step 11

Drizzle over warm biscuits.

Notes

  1. Can use fresh or canned peaches.
  2. Don't overmix the dough.
  3. Tent with foil if browning too fast.
  4. Freezes well up to 3 months.
  5. Best served warm.

Tools You'll Need

  • 9x9 inch baking dish.
  • Mixing bowls.
  • Measuring cups and spoons.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy (butter, heavy cream).
  • Wheat (flour).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 495
  • Total Fat: ~
  • Total Carbohydrate: ~
  • Protein: ~