Sweet Potato Biscuits
Perfectly fluffy with just the right touch of sweetness, these buttery sweet potato biscuits from Paula Deen are an instant favorite at any table.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes from 1 medium sweet potato
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 stick cold unsalted butter cut into small chunks
Additional Ingredients
- 1 stick unsalted butter softened
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel one sweet potato, chop into cubes, boil until tender, and mash with a fork.1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mixing Ingredients
- Whisk together mashed sweet potatoes and 0.5 cup milk in a large bowl.
- In a food processor, combine flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add cold butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal.
- Combine with sweet potato mixture using a spatula. Add additional tablespoons of milk if necessary.
Shaping and Baking
- Turn dough onto floured surface, knead lightly, and shape into a square. Cut into twelve pieces and bake for 13-15 minutes until golden.
- Mix softened butter, honey, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Serve alongside warm biscuits.
Notes
The biscuits can be baked and then frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.