Crissi's Sweet Potato Biscuits

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Yummy sweet potato biscuits that rival Steamer's biscuits in Chincoteague, Virginia. You'll taste no better than this! My family hates sweet potatoes, but they snatch these up every time I make them! You could also substitute pumpkin for the sweet potato and cardamom for the nutmeg.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 biscuits

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour

  • ¼ cup toasted wheat germ

  • 2 tablespoons baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • cup butter, melted

  • ¼ cup evaporated milk, heated

  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes

  • 2 tablespoons milk

  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.

  2. Into a large bowl, sift together the flour, wheat germ, baking powder, and salt. Mix in butter, evaporated milk, sweet potatoes, milk, and nutmeg, stirring by hand until dough is smooth.

  3. On a lightly floured board, roll out the dough until it is about 1/2-inch thick. With a sharp knife, cut into 3-inch squares or diamonds. Place squares on greased baking sheet, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

230 Calories
12g Fat
27g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 230
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g 15%
Saturated Fat 7g 36%
Cholesterol 31mg 10%
Sodium 618mg 27%
Total Carbohydrate 27g 10%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 5g 10%
Vitamin C 3mg 4%
Calcium 231mg 18%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 263mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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