Angel Biscuits recipe

One eaten angel biscuit sitting on top of a pile of biscuits on white backgrorund

5 from 6 votes

These light and airy Angel Biscuits will impress any and all at the dinner table! Each biscuit is a mass of pillowy softness and golden buttery crumbs!

Prep Time2 30

Cook Time25

Total Time3

Course: Bread, Breakfast

Cuisine: American, soul food, south, Southern

Servings: servings

Calories: 204kcal

Author: Jocelyn Delk Adams

Ingredients

For the Yeast Mixture

1/4 cup buttermilk
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1 tsp granulated sugar

For the Biscuit Dough

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
12 tbsp butter-flavored shortening cut into cubes, we used Crisco
1 cup buttermilk plus 2 tbsp, divided
flaky salt for garnish

Instructions

Gently heat ¼ cup buttermilk in small bowl in microwave until between 105 and 110F. Add yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar and mix with a fork until both are dissolved. Let sit until mixture is very foamy, about 5-6 minutes.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, sugar, baking soda, and baking powder.
Using a pastry cutter, cut shortening into flour mixture until pea-sized crumbs develop.
Pour in yeast mixture and 1 cup buttermilk and stir with spatula or wooden spoon until a shaggy dough develops.
Transfer biscuit dough onto a floured work surface and knead gently just to combine, but do not overmix.
Cover with a clean kitchen towel and place in warm spot (around 85-90F) until dough has doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Remove dough and roll into a ½ inch thick round using a rolling pin. Cut into 2 ½ inch round cutter (do not twist when cutting biscuits) and place biscuits in greased cast iron skillet.
Cover biscuits with a kitchen towel and place back in warm spot until almost doubled in size, about 30-40 minutes.
Place biscuits in freezer for 25-30 minutes to rechill the shortening.
Meanwhile preheat the oven to 375F. Place oven rack in middle position.
Brush biscuits with 2 tablespoons buttermilk and sprinkle with flaky sea salt, then bake until lightly golden brown, about 25-28 minutes.

Notes

How to Store and Reheat Angel Biscuits

Pop your leftovers in an airtight container or in a freezer bag. If properly stored, they will keep for 1-2 days at room temperature. If you need them to last longer, pop them in the fridge. You can easily reheat them in the microwave or add to a 350F oven for about 5-10 minutes or until warmed through.

How long does it last in the fridge?

You can keep them in the fridge for up to 6 days. Just bring it to room temp before serving for the best flavor and soft airy texture.

Can I freeze ?

Absolutely boos! I like to individually wrap them in plastic wrap then add to a freezer bag. And don't forget to add a label with a date. They can last in the freezer for up to 3 months. You can reheat them straight from being froze in the oven at 350F for about 10-15 minutes or until warmed through.

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