Sweet Potato Biscuits

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Sweet Potato Biscuits
45 min.
8
249kcal

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Indulge in the delightful taste of Sweet Potato Biscuits, a perfect blend of comfort and flavor that will elevate any meal or dessert table. These vegetarian biscuits are not only easy to make but also packed with the natural sweetness and nutrition of sweet potatoes. With a golden-brown exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, they are sure to impress your family and friends.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe yields eight generous servings, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a cozy family dinner. Each biscuit contains approximately 249 calories, allowing you to enjoy a guilt-free treat that satisfies your cravings. The combination of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a hint of sugar creates a light and airy texture, while the addition of frozen butter ensures a rich, flaky finish.

Whether you serve them warm with a pat of butter, alongside a hearty soup, or as a sweet addition to your brunch spread, these Sweet Potato Biscuits are versatile and delicious. The unique flavor of sweet potatoes adds a twist to the traditional biscuit, making them a standout choice for any occasion. So roll up your sleeves, grab your mixing bowl, and let’s create a batch of these irresistible biscuits that will have everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • cup sweet potatoes and into mashed ( 1 medium potato)
  • tablespoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon baking soda 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted frozen (1 stick)
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • tablespoon granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt fine
  • 0.8 cup milk whole

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • cookie cutter
  • rolling pin
  • box grater

Directions

  1. Heat the oven to 400°F and arrange a rack in the middle.
  2. Combine all dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl and set aside. In a separate large bowl, mix together milk and mashed sweet potato until evenly combined.Grate frozen butter through the large holes of a box grater and toss with dry ingredients until butter is coated.
  3. Add milk mixture and mix lightly until dough forms a shaggy mass.Turn out mixture onto a floured surface and knead just until it comes together. (The dough will not be smooth.)Pat into a circle and use a floured rolling pin to roll dough to a thickness of about 3/4 inch. Using a 3-inch biscuit cutter, cookie cutter, or glass, cut the dough into rounds. Gather leftover dough into a circle, reroll, and cut until you have 8 large biscuits.
  4. Place biscuits on a baking sheet, brush tops with heavy cream, and bake until the bottoms are golden brown, about 12 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories249kcal
Protein6.98%
Fat44.7%
Carbs48.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.64
Glycemic Load
20.74
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
8.9934783228066%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:248.72kcal
12.44%
Fat:12.41g
19.09%
Saturated Fat:7.67g
47.93%
Carbohydrates:30.18g
10.06%
Net Carbohydrates:28.83g
10.48%
Sugar:3.38g
3.76%
Cholesterol:32.85mg
10.95%
Sodium:358.56mg
15.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.36g
8.72%
Vitamin A:2745.51IU
54.91%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.12%
Selenium:11.28µg
16.12%
Folate:59.44µg
14.86%
Calcium:129.42mg
12.94%
Manganese:0.26mg
12.9%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.83%
Phosphorus:100.89mg
10.09%
Vitamin B3:1.97mg
9.84%
Iron:1.72mg
9.56%
Fiber:1.35g
5.38%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.71%
Copper:0.07mg
3.65%
Potassium:127.5mg
3.64%
Magnesium:14.47mg
3.62%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.14%
Vitamin D:0.46µg
3.08%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.65%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.5%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.46%
Vitamin K:1.44µg
1.37%
Source:Chow