Weight Watchers Friendly Bacon and Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits
Ingredients:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (35 SmartPoints)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (3 SmartPoints)
  • 1 tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder (0 SmartPoints)
  • 1 ¾ cups low-fat buttermilk (4 SmartPoints)
  • 1 cup center-cut bacon, diced and cooked (10 SmartPoints)
  • 1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese (12 SmartPoints)
  • 3 tablespoons light butter, melted (7 SmartPoints)

Total SmartPoints for Entire Recipe (with modifications): 71 SmartPoints
Points per Serving (9 servings): Approximately 8 SmartPoints per serving

Directions:

  1. Preheat Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Cook the Bacon:
    • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced center-cut bacon until crispy. Once cooked, remove the bacon from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Set aside.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients:
    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients:
    • Pour the low-fat buttermilk into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter should be slightly thick but pourable. If it seems too dry, add a little more buttermilk.
  5. Fold in Bacon and Cheese:
    • Gently fold the cooked bacon and reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese into the batter.
  6. Prepare the Baking Dish:
    • Pour the melted light butter into an 8×8-inch baking dish. Carefully spoon the batter over the melted butter, spreading it out evenly in the dish. The butter will come up around the sides of the batter, giving the biscuits their unique texture and flavor.
  7. Bake the Biscuits:
    • Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Serve:
    • Let the biscuits cool for a few minutes before cutting them into squares. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutritional Information (per serving, with modifications):

  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Fat: 11g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Sugar: 3g

Tips:

  • Lighten Up Further: Use turkey bacon instead of center-cut bacon to reduce points.
  • Cheese Alternative: Opt for fat-free cheese, but be aware it may alter the texture slightly.
  • Portion Control: Cut the biscuits into smaller pieces to enjoy a satisfying treat with even fewer points.

Benefits:

  • High Protein: The cheese and bacon add a good amount of protein, helping to keep you full.
  • Lower Points: Modifying the recipe with light butter and reduced-fat cheese significantly lowers the points while still delivering great flavor.
  • Customization: You can customize the ingredients to fit your specific WW plan, swapping out the bacon or cheese for lower-point options as needed.

Enjoy these Weight Watchers Friendly Bacon and Cheese Butter Swim Biscuits as a delightful, guilt-free indulgence!