Cranberry Orange Butter Swim Biscuits
These biscuits perfectly combine tart cranberries with refreshing orange, making them a moist, buttery treat ideal for breakfast, brunch, or snacks.
Servings: 9 pieces
Calories: 210kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons 1 stick of unsalted butter, melted Use unsalted butter for a better flavor.
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour 310 grams
- 1/3 cup white granulated sugar 70 grams
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped fresh cranberries 120 grams; for best results, use fresh cranberries.
- 2 tablespoons orange zest Freshly grated for more flavor.
- 2 cups buttermilk 480 ml
Glaze Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar 120 grams
- 3 tablespoons milk 45 ml
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Melt the butter in a 9 x 9 or 8 x 8 baking dish while it’s heating.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, chopped cranberries, and orange zest until evenly combined.
- Gradually add the buttermilk to the dry ingredients. Stir with a spoon until the dough forms a ball.
- Press the biscuit dough into the pan with the melted butter, spreading it evenly.
- Using a knife, cut the dough into 9 squares.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
Glaze Preparation
- While the biscuits are baking, combine the vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and milk in a bowl. Mix until you achieve a drizzling consistency.
Completion
- Once the biscuits are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled biscuits before serving.
Notes
These biscuits can be served warm or at room temperature. For an extra touch, sprinkle a little extra orange zest on top before serving. They pair wonderfully with tea or coffee.