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Sweet Potato Biscuits

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Sweet Potato Biscuits for Cozy Mornings

These Sweet Potato Biscuits are light, fluffy, and easy to make, perfect for breakfast or as a delightful side.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 biscuits
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with a gluten-free blend if needed
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar granulated sugar works in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh for best results
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt use sparingly if you prefer a sweeter version
  • 1/2 cup Cold Unsalted Butter must be cold or use vegan butter for a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Sweet Potato Purée canned purée is fine if excess moisture is drained
  • 1/2 cup Cold Buttermilk substitute with regular milk mixed with a splash of lemon juice or vinegar if desired
For the Finish
  • 1 tablespoon Melted Butter to brush on tops after baking

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sweet Potato Biscuits
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together sweet potato purée and buttermilk, then combine with the flour mixture to form a soft dough.
  5. Transfer dough to a floured surface; pat down to about 1-inch thickness and cut out biscuits.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown, then brush with melted butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuitCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These biscuits bring a comforting warmth to your home that family and friends will adore. Ensure butter and buttermilk are very cold for the best texture.

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