Oh, you guys, when that first crisp wind blows in, you know what really gets me going? Itโs not just the orange leaves! Itโs the smell of warm spices blending with rich root vegetables. Iโve finally nailed down my fall secret weapon, and I canโt wait for you to try these Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits. Seriously, they are unbelievably tenderโalmost melt-in-your-mouth soft, but with enough body to soak up gravy or honey!

I spent three whole weekends wrestling with ratios to get the perfect soft crumb that stays moist for days (we had lots of leftover biscuits, let me tell you!). This recipe isnโt just another side dish; itโs the centerpiece of my cozy autumn table. Trust me, once you pull these golden beauties out of the oven, your house will instantly feel like home. They are simply the best savory-sweet biscuits youโll ever make!
Why You Will Love These Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
I know youโre busy, so letโs get straight to why these are going into your permanent rotation:
- Incredible Texture: They bake up perfectly tender and fluffy inside. No dry hockey pucks here, I promise!
- Flavor Explosion: That warm cinnamon and nutmeg combo with the earthiness of the purees is pure autumn comfort.
- So Quick! Honestly, from mixing to oven, weโre looking at maybe 35 minutes total. Perfect for a weeknight side.
- Super Versatile: They work just as well next to roasted turkey as they do dunked in a morning coffee.
Essential Equipment for Perfect Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
You donโt need a fancy stand mixer for these puppies, which is great news! But having the right tools absolutely helps speed things up and guarantees that heaven-sent texture. If you have these basics, you are good to go!
First up, you need a big olโ large mixing bowl. When we start cutting in butter, we need room to work without spilling everything over the counterโweโre going for rough crumbs, not countertop confetti!
Then comes the fun part: tenderizing the butter. A pastry blender is my personal favorite here, it just hooks in and shreds that cold butter beautifully. If you don’t have one, don’t panic! Two ordinary knives, used like tiny chopping axes, work just as well. Just keep those knives moving quickly so the butter doesn’t totally melt from the warmth of your hands.
Youโll also need a simple baking sheet, naturally, and I always suggest lining mine with parchment paper. That way, cleanup is a dream, and nothing sticks!
Now, pay attention to this little tip that makes a huge difference for tall biscuits:
- When you grab your biscuit cutter, please, please make sure you press straight down and pull straight up. Don’t twist it! Twisting seals the edges of your dough, and that prevents the biscuit from rising up nice and high in the oven. We want straight sides for maximum fluff!
Ingredient Spotlight: Making the Best Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
Okay, the secret weapon in these Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits is truly how we treat the ingredientsโthey have to be cold! Cold butter equals flakey layers, thatโs a baking law, I don’t make the rules! This is where we really build that amazing texture.
Also, about that sweet potato situation: the recipe calls for puree, which is smoother. If youโre using leftover baked sweet potato, you absolutely can, but you must drain off every drop of extra liquid first. Nobody wants soggy biscuits hiding liquid pockets. And for the pumpkin, grab the pure stuffโnot the pie filling! Always check the can; it should just say ‘Pumpkin’ for the best fall flavor concentration.
You can check out some of my other favorite baking tips over on the baking adventures page, but for now, letโs talk mixing! You need to treat these components carefully.
Grouping the Dry Ingredients for Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
First, you get all your dry stuff together. Weโre talking the 2 cups of flour, the 1 tablespoon of baking powder for lift, the teaspoon of salt for balance, plus the warm hug of 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and a half teaspoon of nutmeg. My biggest rule here? Whisk it all together like you mean it! Donโt just stir it once; you want those warm spices totally dispersed throughout that flour so every single biscuit gets the same spiced punch.
Combining the Wet Components for Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
This is where we bring in the autumn color and fat content. Remember that half cup of cold butter? You need to cut that into the dry mix until it looks like coarse crumbs. Then, for the wet team, we mix our half cup of sweet potato puree, the quarter cup of pumpkin puree, and the half cup of buttermilk. Keep that buttermilk chilled! When you pour these purees and the cold dairy into the flour and butter mix, the temperature contrast is what locks in the airy pockets. Itโs all about keeping things distinct until the very last second!
Step-by-Step Instructions for Baking Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
Alright, let’s get baking! This part moves fast, so make sure your ingredients are prepped like we discussed. First things first, get that oven fired up to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Get your parchment paper ready on the baking sheet too. We want everything ready to go because biscuit dough does *not* like to wait around!
I always tell people that the time between mixing the wet and dry until they hit the oven needs to be as short as possible. If you let that dough sit, those dry ingredients start sucking up the moisture from the purees, and we lose that beautiful tender lift. Itโs the enemy of a great, light biscuit!
If you’re looking for some other fun, quick treats, you might want to check out my sweet potato blueberry bliss bites, but trust me, you won’t want to stop once you start on these biscuits!
Mixing and Cutting the Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits Dough
Once your dry ingredients are thoroughly whisked, itโs time to work in that cold butter until youโve got coarse crumbsโthink tiny peas. Next, pour in that gorgeous orange wet mixture. Stir it with a fork, *gently*, just until everything looks barely combined. If you see a few flour streaks, thatโs perfect! Overmixing is the fastest way to make these tough, and we absolutely refuse to have flat, tough biscuits!
Flour up your counter lightly and turn the dough out. Now, pat it downโor roll it out very carefullyโuntil itโs about 3/4 inch thick. Grab your biscuit cutter, push straight down, and lift! They should feel slightly soft under your hands. That minimal fussing keeps the texture heavenly.
Baking Your Beautiful Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
Place those cut rounds onto your lined baking sheet. Here’s a little secret: if you put them right up next to each other, they bake up softer on the sides, almost pull-apart style! If you want crispy edges, space them out a bit more. Brush the tops quickly with that extra buttermilkโit really helps for that stunning golden crust.

Toss them into that hot oven for 12 to 15 minutes. Keep an eye on them after the 12-minute mark! You are looking for that deep golden brown on top. When they come out smelling like Thanksgiving morning, youโve done it right! Let them cool just long enough to handle before slathering them in butter, honestly.
Tips for Success with Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
Iโve made batches of these Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits that turned out okay, and batches that were total showstoppers. The difference? It always comes boiling down to a few critical, tiny steps that professional bakers swear by. These aren’t in the main instructions, but they are the difference between good biscuits and *incredible* biscuits!
First, letโs beat this drum again: Temperature is everything! Your butter needs to be ice cold, straight from the fridge. If itโs soft, it melts into the flour before it has a chance to create those steam pockets we need for flakiness. If you think your kitchen is warm, try popping your flour and butter mixture into the freezer for five minutes before you start cutting the butter in.
Secondly, if you want the fluffiest possible rise, you have to practice the ‘less is more’ philosophy with the mixing bowl. Once you add that wet mixture to the dry, stop stirring the second you canโt see any dry streaks of flour. I mean it! If overmixing dough is a bad habit you have, stand back! Let the next stepโthe gentle pattingโdo the rest of the work. If you mix it too much, you develop gluten, and gluten equals tough, chewy biscuits. We want tender falling apart, not chewy bread!
Hereโs a bonus tip I learned when trying to use up a different brand of buttermilk: If your buttermilk tastes a little thinner than usual, your final dough might feel sticky or wet. If that happens, lightly dust the dough with a tablespoon of flour when you turn it out. Itโs a quick fix that keeps your shape clean.

I share all my favorite baking corrections and adjustments over on my main blog pageโitโs where I troubleshoot all my delicious kitchen experiments!
Variations for Your Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
While I think these Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits are perfect just as they areโthat mix of sweet potato and pumpkin is just magicโI completely get that sometimes you want to jazz things up a little bit! Baking is all about personalization, right? So, if youโre feeling experimental, I have a few foolproof swaps and additions that keep us firmly in that cozy fall flavor category.
If you want some awesome crunch, you have to try adding nuts! Since these are already packed with earthy sweetness, toasted pecans are a natural fit. Just roughly chop about a half cup of pecans and fold them in right at the very end when you are combining the wet and dry mixtures. Make sure you toast them first in a dry pan for five minutesโit wakes up their flavor so much!
Spice substitution is another easy win. If you happen to have a jar of pre-mixed pumpkin pie spice sitting around, you can swap out the individual cinnamon and nutmeg measurements for about 1 and 3/4 teaspoons of your favorite pumpkin pie blend. It gives the biscuits a slightly deeper, store-bought-pie-esque flavor that is really lovely.
Now, if you absolutely need something sweet on top, donโt drown the beautiful texture in heavy frosting. Instead, make a simple drizzle! It’s so easy: just whisk together one cup of powdered sugar with about two tablespoons of milk or cream until itโs pourable. If you happen to have some maple extract, add just half a teaspoon of thatโmaple and sweet potato are soulmates. You just drizzle this lightly once the biscuits are completely cooled down. Theyโll look gorgeous on the platter, and it adds the perfect little sugary touch!
Serving Suggestions for Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
Honestly, these Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits are so good they could be eaten standing over the counter straight out of the cooling rackโand I certainly have! But they truly shine when paired with the right companions. They hit that perfect spot between savory and sweet, which means they work wonderfully for almost any meal, especially when company is coming over.
For a hearty dinner, think comforting, warm mains. They are absolutely divine served alongside a slow-cooked pulled pork or maybe even some slow-roasted chicken with herbs. Because they have that slight earthy sweetness from the pumpkin and sweet potato, they cut through rich, fatty meats beautifully. I also love serving them next to a big bowl of hearty chili in the fall; dunking this spiced biscuit into smoky heat is just my preferred way to eat chili!
If you’re leaning toward breakfast or brunch, or maybe just a very sweet snack, keep the toppings simple because the biscuits do most of the heavy lifting flavor-wise. Forget standard butter! You need something that complements that spice profile.

Here are my two absolute favorite ways to serve them up:
- Maple Butter Magic: Whip up homemade maple butterโitโs basically just softened butter, a good splash of real maple syrup, and a tiny pinch of cinnamon mixed until fluffy. Spread that generously on a warm biscuit. Itโs heavenly!
- Pure Honey Drizzle: Sometimes I skip the butter entirely and just warm up some quality wildflower honey until itโs super runny, then drizzle it right over the top. Simple, elegant, and lets that nutmeg flavor shine through.
Either way you choose, make sure they are warm! The warmth releases the spices, and it makes everything just taste a whole lot better. Enjoy!
Storage and Reheating Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
Now, this is important if you managed to actually have any leftovers of these Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuitsโwhich, knowing my family, is a minor miracle! Because they are so moist thanks to all that wonderful puree, they store a little differently than a plain buttermilk biscuit. Don’t let them sit out on the cooling rack all day, or theyโll dry out near the edges!
For short-term storage, say one or two days, you can keep them right on the counter. Pop them into a completely airtight container. I mean *tight*โno gaps! If you feel like they might start getting a little soggy or if your kitchen is humid, move that container into the refrigerator. Room temperature is usually fine for 24 hours, but if you go longer, the fridge keeps that sweet potato flavor fresh.
But here’s the true test: reheating. If you try to microwave these, they might soften up nicely for about five minutes, but theyโll inevitably turn that sad, chewy texture we hate. We worked too hard for perfection to let the microwave ruin it!
The Best Way to Reheat Your Biscuits
If you want that bakery-fresh snap and tenderness back into your Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits, you have to use dry heat. The oven is always the answer here. It gently evaporates any surface moisture while warming the inside evenly.
Set your oven to a low heatโaround 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
Place the biscuits right on the rack. You only need about 5 to 8 minutes, depending on how cold they were to start with. It’s just enough time to get them steaming hot inside and crisp up the exterior crust a tiny bit. Youโll know theyโre done when you can smell that warm cinnamon again!
If you happen to be reheating a ton of them at once, say for a holiday brunch, you can wrap a few tightly in foil first. The foil steams them slightly while they heat, making them incredibly soft, almost like you just pulled them out of the oven. If you do this, you might want to stick a minute or two longer on the timer, just to be sure they are piping hot all the way through.
Can I Freeze These Fall Biscuits?
Yes, you absolutely can freeze them! This is my go-to method when I make a huge batchโI bake them completely, let them cool down to room temperature, and then wrap each individual biscuit tightly in plastic wrap, almost like little holiday presents. Once they are individually wrapped, toss them all into a heavy-duty freezer bag.
They last beautifully for up to three months this way. When you want one, just pull it off the plastic wrapping and move straight to the reheating instructions above! Don’t try to thaw them first; just go right from frozen into that warm oven for about 10 minutes instead of 5.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
I get so many great questions popping up in my comments after folks try these fall treats! Itโs wonderful to see everyone getting their hands dirty in the kitchen. Here are some of the most common things I hear about perfecting these Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits. If your question isn’t here, drop it in the comments below, and Iโll try to answer!
Can I use fresh sweet potato instead of puree?
You absolutely can, but remember what I said earlier: texture matters! If you bake or steam a fresh sweet potato until itโs super soft, you need to mash it, and then you *must* drain the excess water out. Thatโs the key! I usually put the mash in a fine-mesh sieve over a bowl for 15 minutes just to let the extra moisture drip away. If you donโt drain it, your dough will be too wet and you’ll end up having to add tons more flour, which makes the biscuits tough. Stick to the puree if you want the best texture!
What if I don’t have buttermilk for my Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits?
Oh, buttermilk is a great acid that helps the baking powder do its job, but running out happens to all of us! Don’t run to the store unless you have to. You can make a fantastic substitute right now. Just take your regular milkโwhole milk works bestโand add one tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to every half cup of milk you need. Give it a quick stir and let it sit on the counter for five minutes. It will curdle slightly, and bamโyou have homemade buttermilk! It works perfectly in this recipe for tender results.
Can I freeze the dough for these biscuits instead of baking right away?
That is such a smart question! Yes, freezing the dough is a lifesaver for busy weekends. Once you cut out your rounds, place them on a parchment-lined tray and flash freeze them for about an hour until they are solid. Then, transfer those frozen biscuit tops into a heavy freezer bag, making sure to press out most of the air. When you want to bake them, just pop them straight from the freezer onto the pre-lined baking sheet. You might need to add just 3 to 5 extra minutes to the baking time, but they will come out beautifully! Check out some other storage and freezing tips on the blog!
Are these biscuits supposed to taste sweet or savory?
Thatโs the fun part! These Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits land perfectly in the middleโthey are beautifully balanced. The spices, the purees, and a tiny bit of natural sugar give them a lovely, earthy sweetness, but they aren’t dessert-level sweet. They are perfect for savory meals because they just offer a richer backdrop, sort of like slightly spiced cornbread, but fluffier. If you want them sweeter, hit them with that maple butter I talked about!
Estimated Nutritional Data for Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
Now, I know some of you lovely bakers are tracking numbers, so I wanted to give you a rundown on whatโs generally in these amazing Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits. Remember, since we are all using slightly different brands of canned pumpkin or maybe the sweetness level of our own sweet potatoes varies, these numbers are just a fantastic baseline!
I calculated these estimates based on the recipe serving 12 biscuits. If you serve smaller onesโor if you eat three in one sitting like I sometimes accidentally doโthe serving size changes, obviously!
Hereโs the approximate breakdown:
- Calories: 250
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 10g (with 6g of that being saturated fat, thanks, butter!)
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Vitamin A: Whoa, 2500! Thatโs the power of the sweet potato showing off!
Itโs really great to see that Vitamin A boost in a side dish, isn’t it? Makes you feel a little better about having two, maybe three, of these beauties with dinner!
Quick Important Note: Please treat these figures as a helpful guide only. This data reflects standard ingredient measures listed in the recipe. If you substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose, or use low-fat buttermilk instead of regular, your final counts will shift a little. Happy baking, friends!
Share Your Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits Creations
Now that you have pulled these incredible Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits out of the oven, I truly want to know how they turned out for you! The best part of sharing these recipes is hearing about your own kitchen successes and seeing how you made them your own.
Did you stick to the classic fall spices, or did you try spiking them with that maple drizzle idea I mentioned? Did they come out tall and flaky like mine, or did you have a little dough squish moment? Don’t keep the secrets to yourself!
Please take a moment to leave me a little note down in the comments section below. It helps other bakers know what adjustments work for them, and honestly, I just love hearing from you all!
I always appreciate it when you rate the recipe, too. If you loved how tender and flavorful these were, give us a solid 5 stars! It really encourages me to keep developing these cozy, comforting recipes.
If you snapped a picture along the wayโmaybe showing off your pretty golden topsโplease share it on social media and tag me! Use the hashtag #SweetPotatoPumpkinPatchBiscuits so I can easily find your gorgeous creations and cheer you on. I canโt wait to see your colorful fall baking!

Sweet Potato Pumpkin Patch Biscuits
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry blender or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
- In a separate small bowl, mix the sweet potato puree, pumpkin puree, and buttermilk together.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a fork until just combined. Do not overmix the dough.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat or lightly roll the dough to about 3/4 inch thickness.
- Use a biscuit cutter to cut out rounds. Place the biscuits close together on the prepared baking sheet for softer sides, or farther apart for crispier sides.
- Brush the tops of the biscuits lightly with extra buttermilk.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.








