Description
Learn how to make delicious Homemade Angel Biscuits that are light, fluffy, and perfect for any occasion. These biscuits have a unique combination of flavors and textures, making them a favorite among Southern American households.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons warm water (110°F)
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter (cut into small cubes)
- 2 cups buttermilk
Instructions
- Dissolve the yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let sit until foamy.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cut in butter: Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in yeast mixture and buttermilk until just combined.
- Knead and shape: Turn out dough, knead lightly, pat, fold, and cut into biscuits.
- Rise and bake: Let biscuits rise, then bake until golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with butter, jam, or honey.
Notes
- Angel biscuits are a cross between dinner rolls and traditional biscuits due to the addition of yeast.
- To prepare in advance, shape biscuits and refrigerate overnight before baking.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes (plus 30–45 minutes rising time)
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Bread, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
