Sweetpotato Biscuits
We can’t think of anything more comforting than warm, flaky biscuits, so why not make them even better by adding a unique and sweet twist? Our sweetpotato biscuits will be a new family favorite that can be served for breakfast, lunch, dinner or even dessert. The sweet flavor and creamy texture of sweetpotatoes paired with the warm spices make these sweetpotato biscuits a winning choice no matter what occasion. All we can say now is, when is it time to eat?
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern Fare
Keyword: appetizer, biscuits, breads, sweet potato
Servings: 18
Calories: 34kcal
- 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons shortening
- 1 cup mashed cooked sweetpotatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup milk
Preheat oven to 450 F.
Into large mixing bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and salt.
Using pastry blender or two knives, cut shortening into flour mixture until it resembles coarse meal.
Blend in sweetpotatoes and spices. Add milk and stir with fork until mixture comes together.
On lightly floured board, knead 10 times. Roll out to 1/2 inch thickness.
Cut with biscuit cutter dipped in flour. Arrange on ungreased baking sheet.
Bake in oven for 12 minutes or until golden and puffed.
Nutrition Facts
Sweetpotato Biscuits
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Serving: 1 | Calories: 34kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 141mg | Potassium: 32mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1054IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 3g