Sweet potato biscuits are a Southern American biscuit made by mixing mashed or pureed cooked sweet potato into a basic biscuit dough, along with butter, milk or buttermilk, sugar, and often cinnamon or nutmeg. The sweet potato adds natural sweetness, a soft, tender crumb, and a vibrant orange color. They are served alongside Southern dishes such as fried chicken, collard greens, or ham, and at holiday meals. Variations add chopped pecans or walnuts, substitute part regular potato, or use the same dough as a base for scones or shortcakes.