Maple Sausage Butter Swim Biscuits

Jul 7

Written By Amelia

If you love the sweet-and-savory combinations, you are going to LOVEEE these maple sausage cheddar butter swim biscuits! They're buttery, fluffy, packed with flavor, and finished with a maple butter glaze that is insanity!

About these Maple Sausage Cheddar Butter Swim Biscuits

Butter swim biscuits are one of my favorite recipes because they're incredibly easy and always come out with crispy buttery edges and a soft, tender center. This breakfast-inspired version combines savory sausage, sharp cheddar, and maple syrup into one cozy biscuit that's perfect for brunch, holidays, or meal prep. SO GOOD!!

Why you'll love

Crispy buttery edges with a fluffy center
Loaded with savory breakfast sausage and sharp cheddar
Sweet maple flavor without being overly sweet
No biscuit cutting or rolling required
Great for breakfast, brunch, or holiday mornings
Ready in under an hour

Ingredients you'll need

Salted butter
All-purpose flour
Baking powder
Kosher salt
Granulated sugar
Black pepper
Breakfast sausage
Sharp cheddar cheese
Buttermilk
Vanilla extract
Pure maple syrup

How to make

Start by melting butter in your baking dish while you mix together the dry ingredients. Toss the cooked sausage and cheddar with the flour mixture before stirring in the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla. Spread the batter over the melted butter, score into squares, and bake until golden. Brush the hot biscuits with a maple butter glaze before serving.

Tips for success

Brown the sausage well for the best flavor.
Let the sausage cool before adding it to the batter.
Freshly shred your cheddar for the best melt and texture.
Mix the batter just until combined to keep the biscuits tender.
Tent with foil toward the end of baking if the tops brown too quickly.
Brush on the maple butter glaze while the biscuits are still hot so it soaks into every bite.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use maple sausage?
Yes! Maple breakfast sausage works wonderfully and adds even more maple flavor. If you don’t like the idea of maple sausage, you can sub it out for your preferred sausage flavor.

Can I use pre-shredded cheese?
You can, but freshly shredded cheddar melts more smoothly and has better flavor.

Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes. Store them in an airtight container and reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.

Can I freeze them?
Absolutely. Wrap individual biscuits tightly and freeze for up to 3 months- this is my favorite method.

Can I use a different cheese?
Yes! Pepper Jack, Colby Jack, Gouda, or smoked cheddar are all delicious options.

What to serve with

Scrambled eggs
Crispy bacon
Fresh fruit
Hash browns
Breakfast potatoes
Yogurt parfaits
Hot coffee or maple lattes
Orange juice

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Maple Sausage Butter Swim Biscuits

Yield: 9

Author: Amelia is NOT a Chef

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 35 MinTotal time: 50 Min

Soft, buttery butter swim biscuits loaded with savory breakfast sausage, sharp cheddar cheese, and maple syrup, then brushed with a sweet maple butter glaze and some maldon salt. These sweet-and-savory biscuits are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or holiday mornings.

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Ingredients

½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, sliced (for the pan)
2½ cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1½ teaspoons kosher salt
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups breakfast sausage, cooked, crumbled, and cooled
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups buttermilk, room temperature
2 tablespoons melted butter, slightly cooled (for the biscuit batter)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Maple Butter Glaze
2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
Maldon salt for topping

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450°F. Place the sliced butter in a 9x9-inch glass baking dish and place it in the oven until melted (about 5-8 minutes). Carefully remove the pan from the oven.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and black pepper.
Add the cooked sausage and shredded cheddar to the flour mixture and toss until evenly coated.
In a large measuring cup, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
Spread the batter evenly over the melted butter in the baking dish. Using a butter knife, score the dough into 9 squares.
Bake for 25-35 minutes, or until the center is cooked through and the top is golden brown. NOTE: Place lined pan underneath to catch potential spillage NOTE 2: Keep your eye out for browning- I tented loosely with foil around 24 minutes and then baked another 10 minutes until center was cooked through- times will vary depending on your oven.
While the biscuits bake, whisk together the melted butter and maple syrup
Brush the maple butter glaze generously over the hot biscuits immediately after removing them from the oven and sprinkle with maldon salt. Let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.