Muffins

SWEET POTATO SCONES

Heather Morales
March 08, 2017
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Literally the best way to start your morning. They are also a wonderful afternoon snack. The warm spices are good for the soul and literally make for the perfect flavor scone. The plus side is that they are healthy (ish). With the white whole wheat flour, sweet potato and Greek yogurt, they are on the hearty side.

8 tbsp. unsalted butter frozen
3/4 cup sweet potato, mashed
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
2 cup white whole wheat flour, plus more for dusting
1/2 cup light brown sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
1/4 tsp. grated nutmeg
2 tbsp. butter
coarse sugar, to sprinkle on tops of scones
To bake the sweet potato, pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees. Prick 1-2 sweet potatoes with a fork, cover with foil, and bake for about an hour. I would check them at 45 min into baking to see if they are...
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Nutritions

Calories
2725

Sodium
1654mg
68% DV

Fat
116g
179% DV

Protein
42g
84% DV

Carbs
393g
133% DV

Fiber
51g
206% DV