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Sweet Potato Biscuits

Cultural Context

Sweet potato biscuits are a beloved Southern dish, often served as a side at meals or as a comforting breakfast option. They showcase the versatility of sweet potatoes, which are a staple in Southern cooking. These biscuits are light and fluffy, with a hint of sweetness and spice, making them a delightful addition to any table. Today, they are enjoyed across the United States and have inspired variations that incorporate different spices and toppings.

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45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups sweet potatoes
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 heaping tablespoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold butter
3/4 cup mashed sweet potatoes
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons sugar

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil reduces saturated fat while keeping the biscuits moist.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and can keep the biscuits dairy-free.

1

Drain a quart of canned sweet potatoes to remove excess liquid.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of flour, 3 heaping tablespoons of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt.

3

Cube 6 tablespoons of cold butter and mix into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.

4

Measure out 3/4 cup of mashed sweet potatoes and add to the flour mixture.

5

Add 1/2 cup of milk and 2 teaspoons of sugar to the mixture and stir until combined.

6

Roll out the dough to just under 1 inch thick.

7

Cut out biscuits using a biscuit cutter without twisting the cutter.

8

Place the biscuits on a baking sheet or cast iron skillet.

9

Brush the tops with butter before baking.

10

Bake at 350°F for about 30 minutes until done.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

quart measuring cupmixing bowlbiscuit cuttercast iron skilletbaking sheet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

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Also Known As

Sweet Potato SconesSweet Potato Rolls

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