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Chocolate Chip Swim Biscuits Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings 1x

Description

These Chocolate Chip Swim Biscuits are a delightful blend of tender, buttery dough infused with rich semi-sweet chocolate chips. Baked at a high temperature with melted butter beneath the dough, they achieve a unique texture with a crunchy top and moist, soft interior as the butter ‘swims’ through the biscuits. Perfect for a sweet breakfast treat or snack, these biscuits offer a comforting combination of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups (312.5 g) all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 ¼ cups (227.5 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided (1 cup approx. 181 g and ¼ cup approx. 46 g)

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 cups (490 g) buttermilk
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). This high temperature is critical for the biscuits to rise properly and develop a golden-brown crust.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, 1 cup (approx. 181 g) of the semi-sweet chocolate chips, baking powder, granulated sugar, and kosher salt. Whisking ensures the ingredients are evenly combined, which is key for consistent texture.
  3. Add Buttermilk: Pour the buttermilk into the dry ingredients and gently stir until the mixture is mostly combined. Be careful not to overmix; stir just until no dry flour remains to keep the dough tender and avoid toughness.
  4. Prepare Butter Base: Pour the melted unsalted butter into an 8×8-inch baking dish. This butter pool will create the signature ‘swimming’ effect as the biscuits bake, keeping them moist from the bottom up.
  5. Spread Dough: Transfer the dough onto the melted butter in the baking dish. Using a spatula or your hands, spread the dough evenly to cover the entire surface and reach all edges, ensuring even baking throughout.
  6. Score Dough: With a sharp knife, lightly score the unbaked dough into 9 equal squares laid out in a 3×3 grid. This scoring helps the biscuits bake evenly and makes them easy to separate after baking.
  7. Add Remaining Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup (approx. 46 g) of semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the top of the scored dough for an extra chocolatey touch.
  8. Bake Biscuits: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 28-30 minutes until the biscuits are golden brown on top. If the tops begin to brown excessively before the center is done, loosely cover with foil after 20 minutes to prevent burning. Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with moist crumbs.
  9. Rest and Serve: Remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to rest for a few minutes. This resting step lets the butter mixture absorb fully, resulting in a biscuit with a soft, moist interior and a delightful crunchy top. Cut along the scored lines and serve warm.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the dough to keep the biscuits tender and avoid toughness.
  • If the biscuit tops brown too quickly, cover loosely with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.
  • Using melted butter under the dough is crucial for the signature ‘swim’ effect and moist texture.
  • Serve biscuits warm for best flavor and texture.
  • These biscuits freeze well; reheat in the oven to maintain crispness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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