Indulge in these fluffy and buttery angel biscuits that are incredibly easy to make. This Southern-inspired recipe combines the lightness of a biscuit with the softness of a dinner roll, resulting in a heavenly treat that is perfect for any meal. With a preparation time of only 30 minutes, you'll have these mouthwatering biscuits on your table in no time. Serve them warm with butter or jam, and enjoy a taste of comfort food at its finest.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cake flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1 cup buttermilk, chilled
- 2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup melted butter, for brushing
Directions
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cake flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
- Add the chilled and cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the buttermilk and dissolved yeast. Mix with a wooden spoon or your hands until the dough comes together.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently for about 1 minute until it becomes smooth.
- Roll the dough to a thickness of 1/2 inch and cut out round biscuits using a 2-inch biscuit cutter.
- Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Cover the biscuits with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) while the biscuits are rising.
- Bake the biscuits for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown on top.
- Remove the biscuits from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter.
- Serve the angel biscuits warm with butter or jam.
