Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes: Sweet Potato Biscuits Recipe (2024)

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Looking for Thanksgiving leftover recipes?This easySweet Potato Biscuits recipe uses leftover sweet potato casserole – even if you make it withmarshmallows on top!

I know everyone is saying it, but I’m gonna say it too: can you believe Thanksgiving is coming this Thursday!? It’s only 4 days away!

It’s my favorite holiday and I look forward to it all year long, but then BAM! It’s here. And I still have a million things to do, of course. I’m sure I’m not the only one.

While I’m sure you are mostly thinking about your upcoming holiday meal, it’s also a good time to think about the leftovers.

Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes: Sweet Potato Biscuits Recipe (2)

I don’t know about you, but I spend a pretty penny on Thanksgiving dinner and I’m not going to let those leftovers go to waste! With perfect timing, our #SundaySupper theme this week is Thanksgiving leftovers, hosted by Nicole of Daily Dish Recipes.

My contribution is Sweet Potato Biscuits, that you make with leftover Sweet Potato Casserole or other leftover sweet potatoes.

Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes: Sweet Potato Biscuits Recipe (3)

I used leftover Sweet Potato Casserole — marshmallows and all — in these biscuits. If you make a different version, use your version. If you don’t make Sweet Potato Casserole at all, no problem — just mash up 1 cup of cooked sweet potatoes and add a couple tablespoons of brown sugar and you’re good.

I like these biscuits mostly because of the color — they look so great with meals during the Autumn months. They go along nicely with a Turkey Noodle Soup that you might make with your leftover turkey. Or for breakfast with some butter and honey. However you enjoy them, one thing is certain…you be able to put leftover sweet potatoes to great use!

Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes: Sweet Potato Biscuits Recipe (5)

Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes:
Sweet Potato Biscuits Recipe

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Sweet Potato Biscuits

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  • Author: Brandie Valenzuela
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Looking for Thanksgiving leftover recipes?This easySweet Potato Biscuits recipe uses leftover sweet potato casserole – even if you make it withmarshmallows on top!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 4 tablespoons cold butter (2 ounces, cut into pieces)
  • 1 cup leftover sweet potato casserole (or mashed sweet potatoes)
  • 1/81/4 cup milk (or more, if needed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper (or spray with cooking spray).
  2. Mix dry ingredients in food processor. Pulse butter into flour mixture until all butter has been blended into the flour. Process in the sweet potatoes to the flour mixture, just until fully combined with flour.
  3. Add 1/8 cup of milk to mixture. Add more milk, a tablespoon or two at a time, if necessary to achieve a ball of dough in your processor. Dough should be soft and smooth, not dry or too wet. If you end up with dough that is too wet and sticky, at a bit more flour so that it can be handle and rolled. If too dry, add more milk.
  4. Roll dough on your surface so that it is approximate 1/2-inch thick. Cut in 2-inch rounds with a biscuit cutter. Place rounds on prepared baking sheet. Reroll remaining dough and continue cutting rounds until all dough is used.
  5. Bake for 9-10 minutes, or until biscuits are golden brown.

Notes

–If you don’t have a food processor, you can certainly prepare this recipe by hand. Simply do all the steps in a bowl. When combining butter with flour, use a fork or pastry blender to work the butter into the flour.

–If you won’t be using leftover sweet potato casserole (a casserole that has had sugar added to it), I recommend adding 2 tablespoons of brown sugar to your dry ingredients. This is completely optional though.

–I like to brush butter on the top of the biscuits shortly after they come out of the oven.

  • Category: Breads
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: 7 ingredients,

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  1. sana says

    I like these biscuits mostly because of the color — they look so great with meals during the Autumn months. They go along nicely with a Turkey Noodle Soup that you might make with your leftover turkey. Or for breakfast with some butter and honey. However you enjoy them, one thing is certain…you be able to put leftover sweet potatoes to great use!

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  2. Sarah R. says

    I l-o-v-e that you use leftover sweet potato casserole in this, including the ‘mallows. That is an AWESOME way to reinvent leftovers! Thank you for linking up to Snickerdoodle Sunday and hope you’ll come back this weekend with your latest & greatest. 🙂

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  3. Cheryl says

    These look awesome, pinning for Thanksgiving!!

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  4. Carlee says

    What a fun and delicious way to use some leftovers! I LOVE this idea!

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  5. Amanda says

    I made these last night with leftover Thanksgiving sweet potato caserole, and they were AMAZING! Not a super strong sweet potato flavor, but very soft and moist. Perfect with savory food or served warm with honey 🙂

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  6. Mallory @ Total Noms says

    I’m making these this morning! Will let you know how it goes 🙂

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  7. Mallory @ Total Noms says

    Thanks for suggesting this for my Thanksgiving Leftovers roundup post- these look DELECTABLE! I am dying to try these this year!

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  8. Stephanie says

    This is brilliant. I always have left over sweet potatoes!

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  9. Martha says

    Just made the biscuits using Bisquick and leftover sweet potato casserole — easy and delicious. Thanks for the idea!

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  10. Liz says

    These look irresistible!!!

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  11. Ruby @ The Ruby Red Apron says

    I love this idea! I can’t believe the marshmallows are included!

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    • brandie says

      Thanks, Ruby!

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  12. Anne @ Webicurean says

    What a GREAT way to use leftover sweet potato casserole! These look really yummy, slathered in butter … drizzled with honey!

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    • brandie says

      Thanks Anne! Honey and butter a must in my opinion! 🙂

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  13. Sarah says

    I’m so glad you used the marshmallows and all. I love the sweet potatoe casserole. I can just eat that during the meal and be perfectly content. But I would be pretty content with these biscuits the next day!

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    • brandie says

      Thanks Sarah! I really wanted to make sure the marshmallows were included too. You really can’t taste them in the recipe, but I wanted this simple and didn’t want to have to work around scooping marshmallows.

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  14. Faye Leong says

    Love these sweet potatoes biscuits so much! Great leftovers idea!

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    • brandie says

      Thanks Faye!

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  15. Jennie @themessybakerblog says

    Brandie, these look amazing. What a brilliant idea. I bet they’re delicious. I can’t wait to try this recipe!

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    • brandie says

      Thank you so much, Jennie!

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  16. The Wimpy Vegetarian says

    I am totally making these!!! I’ve never made sweet potato bread in any form, but I just know I would love these from a sweet potato casserole!!

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  17. Family Foodie says

    Sweet Potato Biscuits Oh MY! What a great idea. I can imagine how wonderful these must be!

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  18. Carla says

    You put the actual marshmallows in it too?! I think I love you.

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  19. Sheila Fretz says

    These look great ! I never thought of using sweet potatoes in biscuits.

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  20. Sarah says

    It’s been ages since I made biscuits! Yum!

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  21. Patti says

    Great idea Brandie! I like that you included the marshmallows from the casserole!

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  22. Conni Smith says

    YUM!!!! Your biscuits look great!

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  23. Heather @girlichef says

    Mmmm…I love sweet potato biscuits – and I totally love that you can use the marshmallows and all in these. They’re the perfect use for leftovers!

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  24. Martin D. Redmond says

    When I was a kid, we used to eat those biscuits you buy in the refrigerated section with a plate full of syrup….so I love me some biscuits. And these look and sound amazing!

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  25. Hezzi-D says

    Awesome use of leftover sweet potatoes! I like that these are perfect for breakfast the next day.

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  26. Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen says

    These would give my plain old sausage and biscuits such a wonderful face lift!!! Thank you for sharing them!

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  27. Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips says

    You are right – the color totally makes these. Mmm, I am thinking a little cream cheese and honey, actually.

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  28. Amy Kim (@kimchi_mom) says

    Beautiful! Sounds great and your sweet potato casserole looks awesome!

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  29. Susan says

    I’ve made squash biscuits but not sweet potato, it’s been on the list for a long time to do! I bet these are great.

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  30. Susan 30A EATS says

    I love biscuits…period! Yours look delicious and would be great at Thanksgiving and for leftovers!

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  31. Amanda @ MarocMama says

    Great idea! Can’t wait to try them and make gluten-free.

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  32. Jen @JuanitasCocina says

    Great minds think alike…using up those leftover sweet potatoes! I am in love with these biscuits!

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  33. diabeticFoodie says

    A restaurant near where I live is famous for their sweet potato biscuits. I tried making their recipe at home once and let’s just say it wasn’t at all the same (I suspect they may have left something out on purpose). I look forward to trying your recipe!

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  34. Erin @ Dinners, Dishes and Desserts says

    What a great idea with sweet potatoes – never would have though to turn them into biscuits! They look great!

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  35. Megan says

    I agree with what Laura said. Seriously though, I will be making these on Friday!

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  36. Cindys Recipes says

    Thanks Brandie for another sweet potato recipe to add to my list!

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  37. veronica gantley says

    I love biscuits and what a great way to get rid of the leftovers. Stunning thanksgiving colors! What a gorgeous and delicious recipe!

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  38. Laura Hunter says

    Oh forget about leftovers this looks like it needs to make its way to my Thanksgiving table.

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Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes: Sweet Potato Biscuits Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How do you reheat sweet potato biscuits? ›

Store leftover sweet potato biscuits in an airtight container on the counter for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them gently in the microwave or low oven.

Why do we eat sweet potatoes on Thanksgiving? ›

The exact origin of the tradition of including sweet potatoes on the Thanksgiving dinner menu remains uncertain. However, much credit is given to writer, activist, and an influential editor Sarah Josepha Hale who was a staunch advocate for the creation of Thanksgiving as a national holiday.

Can you freeze Thanksgiving sweet potatoes? ›

All you need to do is follow a few simple rules. The most important thing to remember is that you need to cook sweet potatoes before freezing them. That's because raw sweet potatoes contain a lot of water, and when they freeze, their cells burst, creating mushy, watery sweet potatoes when thawed.

How long will sweet potato casserole last in the fridge? ›

To Store: Store sweet potato casserole covered in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. To Freeze: Prepare the sweet potato casserole completely, but don't bake it. Cover with a double layer of aluminum foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

How do you reheat biscuits and keep them moist? ›

Reheat leftover biscuits in the oven on a parchment lined baking sheet for 3-5 minutes at 350° F (176° C). Reheat your biscuits in the microwave by wrapping each one in a damp paper towel and heating them for 45-60 seconds. Brush your biscuits with melted butter before you reheat them for extra flavor and moisture.

How do you reheat biscuits without making them soggy? ›

Cut your biscuits in half and butter each side. Heat a non-stick — or better yet, cast iron — skillet over medium heat. Place your biscuits in the pan, butter side down. Let each one fry until the whole biscuit is warmed through and the buttered side is golden brown.

What happens to your body when you eat sweet potatoes everyday? ›

If you enjoy sweet potatoes, you can absolutely enjoy them daily. However, eating multiple sweet potatoes every day could cause a harmless condition called carotenodermia, where your skin turns yellow-orange. You may also want to be cautious about your sweet potato intake if you have a history of kidney stones.

What is the most popular food on Thanksgiving? ›

America's different regions can favor different local cuisines, and Thanksgiving dinner provides no exception. While turkey is the top selection in every region, side-dish challenger mashed potatoes are tied for first place in the Midwest (both winning 85% of matchups) and West (both winning 79%).

What country eats the most sweet potatoes? ›

China is the world's biggest producer and consumer of sweetpotato, where it is used for food, animal feed, and processing (as food, starch, and other products).

What happens if you freeze sweet potatoes without blanching? ›

Can you freeze raw sweet potatoes? It's not recommended to freeze raw sweet potato fries or cubes. They won't hold up well in the freezer and they won't cook correctly in recipes. Blanching or cooking sweet potatoes fully is the way to go.

Is it OK to freeze raw sweet potatoes? ›

The simple answer is yes! Sweet potatoes can be frozen raw, baked, boiled, or even mashed. However, keep in mind that raw frozen sweet potatoes are likely to get freezer burn, so try to cook them in some way first.

Does Aldi's have sweet potato casserole? ›

Aldi Season's Choice Sweet Potato Casserole Is Back

You can pop it in the oven to bake for a little over an hour or heat it in the microwave in under 15 minutes.

Why put eggs in sweet potato casserole? ›

Eggs help bind and lift the casserole for a light, set texture once baked. Sweet potato casserole can also be made without eggs, if needed.

Is it better to freeze sweet potato casserole cooked or uncooked? ›

In the case of make-ahead sweet potato casserole, you want to make sure that the sweet potatoes themselves are cooked before you put the casserole in the freezer. Otherwise, all the water in the uncooked sweet potatoes will freeze and burst, leading to watery sweet potatoes once thawed out.

How many sweet potatoes is 4 cups? ›

For cooking purposes, 1 pound of sweet potatoes equals about three medium whole, 2 cups mashed or 3½ to 4 cups chopped.

How do you reheat biscuits so they don't get hard? ›

If you want something a little simpler, but still effective, Day recommends loosely wrapping your leftover biscuits in foil, and placing them in a 350°F oven for six to eight minutes. “Pull the biscuits out, and peel the foil back to expose the tops of them.

What is the best way to warm up biscuits? ›

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees for savory biscuits (buttermilk, cheese & chive, sharp cheddar, ham, sausage) or 350 degrees for sweet biscuits (cinnamon, iced blueberry). Remove biscuits from plastic wrap and wrap in aluminum foil. Bake approximately 10-15 minutes – oven times may vary.

How do you make stale biscuits crispy again? ›

To make moist and soggy chips and buiscuits crispy and crunchy again -place them on a kitchen napkin and heat up in micro for 1 min. Take out from oven and let it be in the air for 1-2 min till they crisp up again. Store them back in an air tight container.

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