Angel biscuits are a Southern classic, loved for their tender, cloud-like crumb and flaky layers. They’re yeast-leavened like rolls but also use baking powder and baking soda for extra lift, so they’re practically impossible to mess up.
Ingredients
Yields: About 20 biscuits
Prep Time: 20 minutes + 1 hour rise
Bake Time: 12–15 minutes
- 1 package (2¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ¼ cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ½ cup vegetable shortening, cold
- 2 cups buttermilk, cold