HOMEMADE ANGEL BISCUITS

Step 1: Activate the Yeast

1. In a small bowl, mix warm water and sugar.
2. Sprinkle yeast on top.
3. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

1. In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3: Cut in the Fat

1. Add cold butter or shortening.
2. Cut it in with a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.

Step 4: Make the Dough

1. Add activated yeast and buttermilk to the dry mixture.
2. Stir gently until a soft dough forms.
3. Do not overmix.

Step 5: Roll & Cut

1. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface.
2. Roll out to about 2 cm / ¾ inch thick.
3. Cut with a biscuit cutter or glass.

Step 6: Bake

1. Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Place biscuits close together on a baking sheet.
3. Bake 12–15 minutes, until golden on top.

Step 7: Finish

• Brush hot biscuits with melted butter.
• Serve warm.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• With butter, honey, or jam
• As breakfast sandwiches
• Alongside fried chicken, soup, or gravy

💡 Pro Tips

• Dough can be refrigerated overnight and baked later.
• Biscuits rise higher when placed close together.
• Use buttermilk for the softest texture.