Light Angel Biscuits
Soft, buttery, and impossibly fluffy, Light Angel Biscuits are the perfect marriage of traditional biscuits and tender dinner rolls, making them a heavenly addition to any table. This easy recipe features a unique combination of baking powder and yeast, delivering biscuits that are both light and decadently airy. With minimal prep time and a quick bake, these golden treats are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side for hearty meals. Infused with rich buttermilk and cold butter for a melt-in-your-mouth texture, these biscuits are best served warm, alongside a drizzle of honey or a dollop of jam. Perfect for feeding a crowd, these angel biscuits are a delightful twist on a classic, sure to impress family and guests alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold)
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 0.25 cup Warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- 1.5 cups Buttermilk
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Pour the frothy yeast mixture into the dry ingredients, followed by the buttermilk. Gently mix until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times. Roll it out to about 1/2 inch thickness.
Use a round biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out biscuits. Gather and re-roll the scraps if necessary to use up all the dough.
Place the biscuits about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet. Let them rise for 10 minutes at room temperature.
Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite jam.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 209.1 g | 268% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.2 g | 646% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 557 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 5395 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 430.9 g | 157% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.6 g | ||
| Protein | 66.0 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.7 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 538 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 22.8 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 1200 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
