Ham and Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits – Fluffy, Cheesy, and Buttery Perfection

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Pour the 1/2 cup melted butter into an 8×8-inch baking dish or cast-iron skillet, ensuring the bottom is evenly coated.

Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and sugar (if using).

Incorporate the Wet Ingredients:
Add the buttermilk and 1/4 cup melted butter to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; the dough will be sticky.

Add the Ham and Cheese:
Fold in the diced ham and shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Spread the Dough:
Transfer the dough to the prepared baking dish, pressing it evenly into the melted butter. The butter will pool around the edges—that’s what makes these biscuits so delicious!

Score the Dough:
Using a knife or spatula, score the dough into squares or rectangles to make separating the biscuits easier after baking.

Bake:
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top and cooked through.

Serve:
Let the biscuits cool slightly before cutting along the scored lines and serving warm.

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