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Angel Biscuits Recipe

Light, fluffy biscuits that are a cross between a roll and a biscuit.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup shortening cold
  • 1 package active dry yeast ¼ oz
  • 2 tablespoon warm water 110°F
  • 2 cups buttermilk room temperature
  • 2 tablespoon melted butter for brushing

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  4. Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Add the yeast mixture and buttermilk to the flour mixture. Stir until just combined.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently 4-5 times.
  7. Roll the dough out to about ½ inch thickness. Cut with a biscuit cutter.
  8. Place biscuits on a baking sheet. Brush tops with melted butter.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Biscuits, Bread
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