Ham and Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt provides similar tanginess and creaminess.

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable and less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 450°F.

In a bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups of flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Mix well.

Add 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese and 1 cup of diced ham to the dry ingredients.

In a separate bowl, prepare the buttermilk mixture by combining 1 cup of sour cream and 1 cup of 2% milk (or use 2 cups of buttermilk).

Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until combined. The mixture will be a little lumpy.

Melt 1/2 stick of butter and add it to the mixture, ensuring it is well incorporated.

Spray a square pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Spoon the batter into the prepared pan, flattening it out as needed.

Cut the batter into 9 pieces in the pan before baking.

Drizzle the remaining melted butter over the top of the batter.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.

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