How to Make Angel Biscuits I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Angel biscuits are a Southern classic that are light, fluffy, and perfectly delicious. They are a cross between a yeast roll and a traditional biscuit, resulting in a heavenly, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The name "angel" comes from the fact that they rise so high and light, just like an angel's wings.

One of the great things about angel biscuits is that they are incredibly versatile. They can be served at breakfast with butter and jam, as a side dish with dinner, or even as a base fo...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup shortening
  • ¼ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • ¾ cup warm buttermilk (105 to 115 degrees F)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 dozen

  • In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. With pastry blender or two knives, cut in shortening until mixture resembles course crumbs, set aside.
  • Place warm water in warm bowl. Sprinkle in yeast, stir until dissolved. Add yeast mixture and warm buttermilk to dry ingredients, blend well.
  • Remove dough to floured surface. Knead dough 10 to 15 times, form into ball. Roll dough to 3/4 inch thickness. Cut into 2-1/2 inch biscuits. Cover and let rise until doubled in bulk, about 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) for 15 minutes or until done.
  • Nutrition

    186 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 134mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 33mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 63mg