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Angel Biscuits Recipe

These Angel Biscuits are light and fluffy! Perfect for brunch or a comforting snack, they will impress everyone at your table.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

For the Dough:

  • 2 packages instant or active yeast
  • 4 teaspoons sugar to feed the yeast
  • 3 tablespoons warm water (110-115 degrees)
  • 5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar to sweeten the dough
  • 1 teaspoon salt to enhance flavors
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup cold butter cut into small cubes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup buttermilk

Instructions

Stepwise Method:

  • In a small bowl, mix the warm water with 4 teaspoons of sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, 1/4 cup sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda until well combined.
  • Add the cold, cubed butter into the dry mixture. Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, buttermilk, and the activated yeast mixture until well combined.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • On a floured surface, turn out the chilled dough. Roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness. Use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits.
  • Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown on top.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pastry cutter or fork
  • Parchment Paper

Notes

  • These biscuits freeze well; wrap uncooked ones in plastic wrap.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute with coconut cream and almond milk.
  • Make sure your baking powder and baking soda are fresh for best results.