Sweet-Tater Biscuits Recipe ๐ ๐
Overview:
Indulge in the delectable delight of Sweet-Tater Biscuits – a fusion of sweet potatoes and biscuit goodness. These biscuits are not only easy to make but also take less than 30 minutes to prepare and bake, making them a perfect addition to your baking repertoire. Serve them warm with butter or jam for a heavenly treat!
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 biscuits
- Category: Breads
- Keywords: High In…, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1 1/2 cups | Flour |
| 2 tsp | Baking powder |
| 3/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 cup | Shortening |
| 1 cup | Milk |
| 1 1/2 cups | Mashed sweet potatoes |
Nutritional Information (per biscuit):
- Calories: 88.8
- Fat: 4.7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Cholesterol: 1.4mg
- Sodium: 174.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 10.3g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Sugar: 1.2g
- Protein: 1.4g
Instructions:
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Sift dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure they are well combined.
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Cut in shortening: Add the shortening to the dry ingredients and cut it in using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Combine milk and sweet potatoes: In a separate bowl, mix together the milk and mashed sweet potatoes until smooth and well combined.
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Blend the mixtures: Pour the sweet potato mixture into the dry ingredients mixture. Stir quickly until all the ingredients are just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently, using as little extra flour as possible, until it comes together and becomes smooth.
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Roll out the dough: Roll the dough out to a thickness of about 1/2 inch using a rolling pin.
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Cut into biscuits: Use a floured glass or biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits from the rolled dough. Press straight down and avoid twisting the cutter to ensure the biscuits rise evenly.
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Arrange on baking sheet: Place the cut biscuits onto a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving a little space between each biscuit to allow for expansion while baking.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 425ยฐF (220ยฐC). Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top and cooked through.
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Serve: Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these Sweet-Tater Biscuits warm with butter, jam, or your favorite toppings!
These Sweet-Tater Biscuits are a delightful twist on classic biscuits, adding a touch of sweetness and a vibrant color to your baking repertoire. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, they are sure to become a favorite in your household. Whether served at breakfast, brunch, or alongside soups and stews, these biscuits are bound to impress!
