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If you're seeking a delightful twist on traditional biscuits, look no further than Maple Glazed Sweet Potato Biscuits. These biscuits strike a perfect balance between sweet and savory, offering a unique flavor profile that will elevate your breakfast, brunch, or even serve as a delightful side dish at dinner. Made with wholesome ingredients like sweet potatoes and maple syrup, this recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious foodies and biscuit lovers alike.

Maple Glazed Sweet Potato Biscuits

Indulge in a savory-sweet delight with Maple Glazed Sweet Potato Biscuits. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of sweet potato puree with a rich maple syrup glaze, creating a unique twist on traditional biscuits. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a cozy side dish, these biscuits are easy to make and packed with nutrients. Enjoy their fluffy texture and comforting flavors, ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself to a delicious homemade treat.
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Ingredients
  

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

½ cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced

1 cup sweet potato puree (approximately 1 medium sweet potato, cooked and mashed)

¼ cup maple syrup (plus extra for glazing)

¼ cup buttermilk

1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Optional: Chopped pecans or walnuts for topping

Instructions
 

Prepare Sweet Potatoes: If using fresh sweet potatoes, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce the sweet potato with a fork and bake for about 45-60 minutes or until tender. Allow to cool, peel, and mash to get 1 cup of sweet potato puree.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.

      Incorporate Butter: Add the chilled, diced butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

        Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the sweet potato puree, maple syrup, and buttermilk until smooth.

          Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture until just combined; it’s okay if there are a few lumps. Be careful not to overmix.

            Shape Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Gently pat it into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Fold the dough over onto itself three times to create layers, then pat it down again to 1-inch thickness.

              Cut Biscuits: Use a round biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out biscuits from the dough. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, about 2 inches apart.

                Prepare for Baking: Lightly brush the tops of the biscuits with the beaten egg for a golden finish. If desired, sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top for added crunch.

                  Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.

                    Glaze with Maple Syrup: Remove the biscuits from the oven and drizzle a little maple syrup over the tops while they are still warm for an added layer of sweetness.

                      Serve: Let cool slightly before serving warm with butter or additional maple syrup.

                        Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 20 minutes | 40 minutes | Serves 12 biscuits