Description
These Angel Biscuits are soft, fluffy, and perfectly tender, making them an ideal homemade treat for breakfast or as a side. Made with simple ingredients like buttermilk, cold butter, and a touch of vanilla extract, these biscuits come together quickly and bake to a golden-brown perfection with a delicate crumb.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar to combine evenly.
- Cut in Butter: Add the cold, small pieces of unsalted butter to the dry mixture and cut it in using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the biscuits tender.
- Form the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle, being careful to handle the dough as little as possible for tenderness.
- Cut Biscuits: Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Gather the scraps, gently pat again, and cut additional biscuits.
- Bake: Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the tops turn golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Optionally, brush the tops with melted butter for extra flavor and serve with honey, jam, or gravy.
Notes
- Handle the dough as little as possible to keep biscuits tender and flaky.
- Brushing tops with melted butter after baking adds extra flavor and a beautiful shine.
- These biscuits pair wonderfully with honey, jam, or gravy for a versatile breakfast or side dish.
