Savory Butternut Squash or Pumpkin Biscuits With Pecans

Delight in these savory biscuits featuring a harmonious blend of cooked mashed butternut squash or pumpkin, melted butter, and tangy buttermilk. Sifted with a selection of spices and sweetened with brown sugar, these biscuits are studded with toasted pecans for a delightful crunch.

Ingredients

For the biscuits
2	cooked mashed butternut squash or pumpkin
3	tablespoons brown sugar
1	teaspoon salt
1	tablespoon baking soda
1	teaspoon cinnamon
1	cup butter, melted
1 1⁄4	cups buttermilk
4	cups flour
1	teaspoon clove
1⁄8	teaspoon grated nutmeg
1⁄8	teaspoon allspice
1⁄4	cup toasted pecans, crushed

Instructions

• For creating the biscuits

  1. Sift together flour, salt, baking soda, spices, and sugar, then stir in the crushed pecans.
  2. Combine the mashed squash or pumpkin with melted butter and buttermilk.
  3. Mix the dry and wet ingredients together.
  4. Fold in just enough wet or dry ingredients to form a soft dough.
  5. Shape the dough into a ball, then lightly knead on a well-floured surface.
  6. Roll out the dough to a thickness of 1-inch and cut using a 2-inch biscuit cutter.
  7. Bake the biscuits in a greased baking pan in a 400°F oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Jul 31, 2024