Ham and Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits

### πŸ§€πŸ– **Ham and Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits – The Ultimate Comfort Bite!** πŸ₯–βœ¨

Craving a **savory, melt-in-your-mouth biscuit** that’s easy to make and perfect for any meal? These **Ham and Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits** are the answer! 😍 Soft, flaky biscuits **swimming in butter** and loaded with **ham** and **cheese**β€”they’re great as a side dish, snack, or even breakfast!

### 🍽️ **What You’ll Need:**

βœ…**For the Biscuits:**

– 2 cups **all-purpose flour** πŸ§‘β€πŸ³

– 1 tbsp **baking powder** πŸ₯„

– Β½ tsp **baking soda** πŸ₯„

– 1 tsp **garlic powder** πŸ§„

– 1 tsp **salt** πŸ§‚

– Β½ cup **cold butter**, cubed 🧈

– 1 cup **buttermilk** πŸ₯›

– 1 cup **diced ham** πŸ–

– 1 cup **cheddar cheese**, shredded πŸ§€

βœ… **For the Butter Swim:**

– Β½ cup **unsalted butter**, melted 🧈

– 1 tbsp **honey** 🍯

– 1 tbsp **fresh thyme** or **parsley** 🌿

### πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ **How to Make It:**

1️⃣ **Preheat the Oven:** Set it to **425Β°F (220Β°C)** and grease a **9×13-inch baking dish**.

2️⃣ **Make the Biscuit Dough:** In a large bowl, combine **flour, baking powder, baking soda, garlic powder, and salt**. Add the **cubed cold butter** and use a pastry cutter or fork to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the **buttermilk** until just combined.

3️⃣ **Add Ham & Cheese:** Gently fold in the **diced ham** and **shredded cheddar cheese**.

4️⃣ **Shape the Biscuits:** Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and pat it into a rectangle about **ΒΎ-inch thick**. Cut the dough into squares or use a biscuit cutter to shape them.

5️⃣ **Butter Swim:** Arrange the biscuit squares into the prepared baking dish. Pour the **melted butter** evenly over the biscuits. Drizzle with **honey** and sprinkle **fresh thyme or parsley** on top for a fresh touch.

6️⃣ **Bake:** Bake for **18-22 minutes**, or until the biscuits are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

7️⃣ **Serve & Enjoy:** Serve warm and enjoy the rich, buttery, cheesy goodness in every bite! πŸ§€πŸž

### πŸ’‘ **Pro Tips & Variations:**

βœ”οΈ **Add Veggies:** Try adding **sautΓ©ed onions or bell peppers** for extra flavor! 🌢️

βœ”οΈ **Cheese Variety:** Swap **cheddar** for **Monterey Jack** or **Swiss** for a different flavor profile. πŸ§€

βœ”οΈ **Herb Twist:** Use **rosemary** or **basil** instead of thyme for a unique touch. 🌿

These **Ham and Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits** will make your taste buds dance with joy! Perfect for **brunch**, **lunch**, or as a savory side at dinner. πŸ˜‹πŸ₯–πŸ–πŸ§€

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