Angel Biscuits
A classic southern biscuit recipe that uses both yeast and baking powder for a light, fluffy texture. The dough is covered with a damp cloth and left to rise before baking.
Serves: Multiple servingsDifficulty: medium
Ingredients
- 5 cups flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup corn oil
- 1 package dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 2 1/2 cups buttermilk
Instructions
- 1
Dissolve 1 package dry yeast in 1/2 cup warm water.
- 2
Sift all dry ingredients together and mix with liquids.
- 3
Work all together.
- 4
Place in large bowl covered with damp cloth and place in ice box.
- 5
Pinch off biscuits and use as needed.
Tips & Notes
- • The dough can be stored in the refrigerator and used as needed
- • Cover with a damp cloth to prevent drying out
- • Pinch off and bake only the amount you need
