Mashed Potato Biscuits
Fluffy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, these Mashed Potato Biscuits are a creative twist on classic biscuits that transform leftover mashed potatoes into a comforting treat. With a tender crumb thanks to the addition of buttermilk and cold butter, these easy-to-make biscuits are rich, moist, and perfectly flaky. Cheddar cheese and fresh chives can be folded in for an extra burst of savory goodness, making them a standout side for soups, stews, or holiday meals. Ready in just over 25 minutes, this recipe is an ideal way to repurpose leftovers while giving your bread basket an upgrade. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or whipping up a quick snack, these biscuits are sure to be a crowd-pleasing favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Mashed potatoes (plain, no seasoning)
- 0.5 cup Cold unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the cold unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the mashed potatoes, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Gradually pour in the buttermilk, gently stirring with a fork until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
If desired, fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped chives for extra flavor.
Lightly flour a clean work surface. Turn the dough out onto the surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch-thick rectangle.
Use a 2.5-inch round biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits. Press straight down without twisting the cutter to ensure the biscuits rise evenly. Gather and re-roll the scraps to cut out more biscuits as needed.
Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
281 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 15.2 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 589 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 129 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
