TENDER SWEET POTATO BISCUITS

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Whoever said biscuits were boring never tasted these. We love their rich flavor. These tender treats are great with a meal or as a snack with honey butter.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups self-rising flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
7 tablespoons cold butter, divided
3 tablespoons shortening
1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
6 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and ginger. Cut in 4 tablespoons butter and shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. , In a small bowl, combine sweet potatoes and milk; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 10 times. , Pat or roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place 2-in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. , Melt remaining butter; brush over dough. Bake at 425° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 211mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.