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Golden-Brown Angel Biscuits 🧈🍞
Angel biscuits are soft, fluffy biscuits that combine the texture of a dinner roll with the flaky layers of a biscuit. They’re called “angel” biscuits because they rise beautifully thanks to yeast, baking powder, and baking soda together.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ cup cold butter (cubed)
- ¼ cup shortening (or more butter)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2¼ tsp)
- ¼ cup warm water
- ¾ cup buttermilk
Optional:
- Melted butter for brushing
Instructions
1. Activate the Yeast
- In a small bowl mix yeast + warm water + 1 tsp sugar.
- Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl combine:
- flour
- sugar
- salt
- baking powder
- baking soda
3. Cut in the Fat
- Add cold butter and shortening.
- Use a pastry cutter or fork until mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
4. Add Liquids
- Stir in yeast mixture and buttermilk.
- Mix gently until a soft dough forms.
5. Roll & Cut
- Turn dough onto a floured surface.
- Roll to about ½-inch thickness.
- Cut with a biscuit cutter.
6. Rise
- Place biscuits on a baking sheet.
- Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes.
7. Bake
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
8. Finish
- Brush tops with melted butter for extra flavor.
Serving Ideas 😋
Angel biscuits are great with:
- Honey or jam 🍯
- Sausage gravy
- Fried chicken
- Butter and maple syrup
Tips for Perfect Angel Biscuits
✔ Keep butter cold for flaky layers.
✔ Don’t overwork the dough.
✔ Let them rise so they become extra light and fluffy.
If you’d like, I can also show you:
⭐ The famous Southern angel biscuit recipe from Southern Living
🥐 3-ingredient emergency biscuits (no yeast needed)
🔥 The secret trick bakeries use for ultra-fluffy biscuits.