RCI-BR.003.0408.001
Sweet Potato Biscuits
Sweet Potatoes Canned by the US Department of Agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe
Prep35 min
Cook25 min
Total60 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- 1 cup
- 3 teaspoons
- 3 tablespoons
- 3 tablespoons
- 1 cup
- ½ cup
Method
1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
Combine flour, baking powder, and sugar in a large mixing bowl, whisking together until evenly mixed.
3
Cut the margarine or butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture. Using a fork or pastry cutter, work the cold butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
4
Stir the mashed sweet potatoes and skim milk together in a small bowl until well combined.
5
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the sweet potato mixture into it. Gently fold and stir until just combined; do not overmix, as this will result in tough biscuits.
6
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead 3-4 times until it comes together, being careful not to overwork it.
7
Pat the dough out to a thickness of about ½ inch. Using a 2-inch biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out individual biscuits and place them on an ungreased baking sheet.
8
Bake for 18-20 minutes until the biscuits are lightly golden brown on top.
20 minutes
9
Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack for 2-3 minutes before serving.