Heavenly Angel Biscuits
Heavenly Angel Biscuits Recipe
Experience the light, fluffy magic of Angel Biscuits with our simple recipe. These cloud-like treats will elevate your baking game and leave every bite feeling divine. Follow our step-by-step guide to create your own heavenly biscuits.
Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour – 5 cups
- Sugar – 1/4 cup
- Baking soda – 1 teaspoon
- Baking powder – 3 teaspoons
- Salt – 2 teaspoons
- Active dry yeast – 1 package (1/4 ounce)
- Warm water – 1/4 cup (110–115°F)
- Shortening – 1 cup
- Buttermilk – 2 cups
- Melted butter – for brushing
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
2. Activate the Yeast:
In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let it foam—this shows it’s active.
3. Mix in Shortening:
Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend the shortening into the flour mixture until it forms coarse crumbs.
4. Combine Ingredients:
Add the activated yeast and buttermilk to the flour mixture, stirring until the dough is sticky and well combined.
5. Knead the Dough:
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently for 1–2 minutes until smooth.
6. Shape the Biscuits:
Roll the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness and cut with a biscuit cutter. Place on a greased baking sheet, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 30 minutes or until nearly doubled in size.
7. Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to 400°F to get ready for baking.
8. Bake:
Once risen, bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the tops turn golden brown.
9. Finish:
Brush the hot biscuits with melted butter for that perfect finishing touch. Serve warm and enjoy!
