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Homemade Angel Biscuits Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 biscuits
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Homemade Angel Biscuits are light, fluffy, and tender biscuits made with a combination of yeast and baking powder for a unique rise and texture. These biscuits feature a buttery flavor and a soft crumb, perfect for breakfast or as a side for any meal.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Fats

  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup shortening

Yeast Mixture

  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup warm water (about 110°F)

Liquids

  • 2 cups buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  2. Cut in Fats: Use a pastry blender or two forks to cut the cold unsalted butter and shortening into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces.
  3. Dissolve Yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm water (about 110°F) and let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the frothy yeast mixture and buttermilk to the flour and fat mixture. Stir gently just until the dough starts to come together; avoid overmixing.
  5. Knead Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently 3 to 4 times to ensure the ingredients are fully combined and the dough is smooth.
  6. Roll and Cut: Roll the dough to about 1-inch thickness. Using a biscuit cutter, cut out biscuits. Re-roll the scraps as needed to make the remaining biscuits.
  7. Let Rise: Place the cut biscuits on a baking sheet. Cover them with a clean towel and allow them to rise for 30 minutes in a warm spot until slightly puffed.
  8. Preheat Oven: While the biscuits are rising, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking.
  9. Bake: Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until they turn golden brown on top.
  10. Serve: Remove the biscuits from the oven and serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite spread for a delightful treat.

Notes

  • Use cold butter and shortening to achieve flaky layers in the biscuits.
  • Be careful not to overmix the dough to keep the biscuits tender.
  • Make sure the water for dissolving yeast is about 110°F to activate the yeast properly without killing it.
  • Biscuits can be stored in an airtight container for 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Re-rolling scraps too many times can make the biscuits tougher; try to minimize re-rolling.
  • Allowing the dough to rise adds a slight yeast flavor and extra fluffiness to the biscuits.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/homemade-angel-biscuits-recipe-2/