Angel Yeast Biscuits
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 25 min. + rising Bake: 15 min. + cooling
YIELD: 1 dozen.
These versatile yeast biscuits are so light, they almost melt in your mouth. They can be served with a sweet topping like jelly or a savory scoop of sausage gravy.
Ingredients
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1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
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1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
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1 tablespoon sugar
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3/4 cup warm buttermilk (110° to 115°)
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 cup cold butter
Directions
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1.
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in buttermilk; set aside. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in yeast mixture; mix well.
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2.
Turn onto a floured surface; gently knead for 1 minute. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes.
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3.
Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll to 3/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. round biscuit cutter. Place 2 in. apart on a greased baking sheet. Prick tops with a fork. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
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4.
Bake at 375° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to cool on a wire rack. Serve warm.
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