Sweet Potato Biscuit Bites
on Oct 18, 2023, Updated Feb 05, 2024
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These 5 ingredient biscuit bites are incredibly easy to make and were such a hit with my kids! If you have been wanting to get more sweet potato into your toddler, I highly recommend trying this recipe! I hope its a hit!
Are you on the hunt for a delightful and nutritious snack that your toddler will love? Look no further because Sweet Potato Biscuit Bites are here to save the day! Packed with sweet potato goodness and irresistibly delicious, these little bites are a hit with little ones and a go-to choice for busy moms. Let’s dive into why these Sweet Potato Biscuit Bites are a fantastic choice for your toddler and how to whip up a batch in no time.
Why Sweet Potato Biscuit Bites Are Great for Toddlers
- Nutrient-Packed Sweet Potatoes: Sweet potatoes are a superfood for kids, loaded with vitamins A and C, fiber, and essential nutrients that help boost their immune system and promote healthy growth.
- Naturally Sweet: Sweet Potato Biscuit Bites are naturally sweet, making them a perfect treat for your toddler. You won’t need to add sugar, and your little one will love the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and bananas.
- Quick and Easy: This recipe is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare, which is a lifesaver for moms on the go. You can whip up a batch in no time, and they’re perfect for snacking at home or on the go.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sweet potato puree (cooked and mashed sweet potatoes)
- 1 mashed banana
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
Substitutions
Sweet potato- you could use carrot instead
Banana- can leave it out, but if you want to add in some extra sweetness, add in some apple sauce
All purpose flour- can sub for another flour
Instructions:
- Prep Your Sweet Potato Puree: Begin by cooking and mashing your sweet potatoes until you have a smooth, lump-free puree. Measure out 1 cup of sweet potato puree and place it in a mixing bowl.
- Add Mashed Banana: Mash a ripe banana and add it to the sweet potato puree. The banana not only adds natural sweetness but also moisture and flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine the flour and baking powder. Then, slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the sweet potato and banana mixture, stirring until you have a soft dough.
- Add Melted Butter: Pour in the melted butter and stir until it’s well incorporated. The butter will give your Sweet Potato Biscuit Bites a lovely, rich flavor.
- Form Biscuit Bites: Knead the dough with your hands and spread it out until it is pretty thin, about 1/4th an inch.
- Bake: Place your biscuit bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake them at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 10 minutes.
Storage:
If you happen to have any Sweet Potato Biscuit Bites left over, you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or two. If you’d like to keep them fresh longer, refrigeration is the way to go. Simply place them in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to a week.
For longer-term storage, consider freezing your Sweet Potato Biscuit Bites. Here’s how:
- Cool Completely: Allow your biscuit bites to cool completely at room temperature before freezing.
- Arrange on a Tray: Place the cooled bites on a tray in a single layer, ensuring they aren’t touching each other. This step helps prevent them from sticking together during freezing.
- Freeze on the Tray: Put the tray with the biscuit bites in the freezer for about 2 hours or until they’re solid.
- Transfer to a Freezer Bag or Container: Once they’re frozen solid, transfer the bites into a freezer-safe bag or container. Remember to label and date it for easy identification.
- Store in the Freezer: These bites can be stored in the freezer for up to three months.
To reheat, just pop the frozen bites in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes, and they’ll be as good as new. This makes them a fantastic make-ahead snack for busy days when you need a quick and wholesome treat for your toddler. Enjoy making and sharing these nutritious bites with your little one!
Sweet Potato Biscuit Bites
Ingredients
- 1 cup sweet potato puree
- 1 mashed banana
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Begin by cooking and mashing your sweet potatoes until you have a smooth, lump-free puree. Measure out 1 cup of sweet potato puree and place it in a mixing bowl.
- Mash a ripe banana and add it to the sweet potato puree. Add all the rest of the ingredients to the bowl and mix until you have your dough.
- Using your hands, knead the dough a little bit and then roll it out either with your hands or a rolling pin until it's about 1/4th an inch thick.
- Using a small cookie cutter or just a knife, cut out small shapes. I did stars.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and line up the biscuit bites on it.
- Cook in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Cool and enjoy!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
These are a great idea. How do you cook your sweet potato? Microwave or boiled?
I get the microwave to steam bags of sweet potato 🙂
Just made these and my baby loves them! So glad you have these for an alternative to other kinds. Thank you for this recipe!
I’m so glad they were a hit!
Just made this and my little guys LOVES them! How long can I keep them in a ziplock bag for after they are made??
For 5 days in the fridge! Glad they are a hit!
Do you think these would work with butternut squash puree? We grew quite a few this year!
For sure!
Excited to make these! How did you cut them into star shapes? I have the punch shapes for kiddos but the dough would be hard to work with yah? Thank you!
Just made these and my little loves! Have you tried freezing the dough before? Would love to freeze half of the batch next time.
Thank you so much for sharing this recipe. Made it with my 1.5yr old & it was a hit. With both of us 😉 Day 2 cut in half, like scones & served with butter & fruit purée.
Made these today and they are great!! My dough was really wet though. Do I just add more flour? It was wet and sticky.
You could add more flour or wet your hands to prevent sticking!