Grandma'S Angel Biscuits Recipe

Name: Grandma'S Angel Biscuits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (1/4 ounce) packages active dry yeast; 1/4 cup warm water (110-115 degrees); 2 cups warm buttermilk (110-115 degrees); 5 cups flour; 1/3 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 cup shortening; melted butter or margarine

Servings: persons

2 (1/4 ounce) packages active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110-115 degrees)
2 cups warm buttermilk (110-115 degrees)
5 cups flour
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon salt
1 cup shortening
melted butter or margarine

1
Dissolve yeast in warm water, let stand 5 minutes.
2
Stir in buttermilk, set aside.
3
In large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
4
Cut in shortening with pastry blender until resembles a coarse meal.
5
Stir in liquid mix from steps 1 & 2.
6
Turn out on a lightly floured surface and knead 3-4 times.
7
Roll to 1/2 inch thickness, cut with biscuit cutter.
8
Place on lightly greased baking sheet, cover and let rise in warm place 1.5 hours.
9
Bake at 450 degrees 8-10 minutes.
10
Brush tops with melted butter.

1428

kcal

Calories

Fat

134

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (1/4 ounce) packages active dry yeast, 1/4 cup warm water (110-115 degrees), 2 cups warm buttermilk (110-115 degrees), 5 cups flour, and more.

Yes, Grandma'S Angel Biscuits 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.

Grandma'S Angel Biscuits

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