Step 1: Activate the Yeast

1. In a small bowl combine warm water and yeast.
2. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.

This step helps the biscuits rise and become extra fluffy.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

1. In a large mixing bowl combine:
   • flour
   • sugar
   • baking soda
   • baking powder
   • salt
2. Mix well.

Step 3: Cut in the Butter

1. Add the shortening or cold butter to the flour mixture.
2. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the texture looks like coarse crumbs.

Step 4: Add Liquids

1. Pour in the activated yeast mixture.
2. Add the warm buttermilk.
3. Mix gently until a soft dough forms.

Step 5: Roll and Cut

1. Lightly flour your work surface.
2. Roll the dough to about ¾ inch thickness.
3. Use a biscuit cutter or glass to cut biscuits.

Step 6: Rest the Dough

1. Place biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Cover lightly and let them rest for 30 minutes.

This gives them their soft “angel-like” texture.

Step 7: Bake

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Bake biscuits for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.

Step 8: Finish

1. Brush the hot biscuits with melted butter.
2. Serve warm.

🍯 Serving Ideas

Angel biscuits are delicious with:

• Butter and honey 🍯
• Jam or fruit preserves 🍓
• Sausage and eggs 🍳
• Fried chicken 🍗
• Country gravy

✅ Southern Tip:
The dough can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and you can bake fresh biscuits whenever you want.

If you’d like, I can also show you:
🥇 The famous 100-year-old Southern Angel Biscuit recipe
🧈 3-ingredient quick biscuits (super easy)
🔥 Buttermilk biscuits that melt in your mouth.