Angel Biscuit Recipe

Name: Angel Biscuit
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package active dry yeast; 1/4 cup warm water about 110u00b0 F; 2 cups buttermilk warmed, about 110u00b0 F; 5 cups all purpose flour to 5 1/4; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 tablespoon salt; 3/4 cup shortening chilled; 4 tablespoons butter chilled; melted butter

Servings: persons

1 package active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water about 110u00b0 F
2 cups buttermilk warmed, about 110u00b0 F
5 cups all purpose flour to 5 1/4
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon salt
3/4 cup shortening chilled
4 tablespoons butter chilled
melted butter

1
Dissolve the yeast in the 1/4 cup of warm water. Set aside.
2
In a large mixing bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3
Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse meal, with some small pea-size pieces of fat.
4
Stir in yeast mixture and buttermilk, blending well.
5
Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead with floured hands just a few turns. Pat into a round about 1/2-inch thick.
6
Cut with 2- to 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutters.
7
Place cut out biscuits on a lightly greased baking sheet. Cover with a dish cloth and let rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes.
8
Bake at 400u00b0 for about 15 to 20 minutes.
9
Brush tops with the melted butter while still hot.

1511

kcal

Calories

105

Fat

129

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package active dry yeast, 1/4 cup warm water about 110u00b0 F, 2 cups buttermilk warmed, about 110u00b0 F, 5 cups all purpose flour to 5 1/4, and more.

Yes, Angel Biscuit falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Angel Biscuit

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