Butternut Squash Biscuits

Submitted by Chef #368289

"A healthy, savory biscuit that goes well with soup or served alone as a snack."

 

• Ready In: 1hr
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 10-12

ingredients

• 1⁄3 cup canola oil
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1⁄2 cup oatmeal
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or 1 T. Splenda Brown Sugar)
• 1 1⁄2 cups butternut squash, cooked and pureed
• 1⁄3 cup walnuts or 1/3 cup pecans, chopped

directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F Peel squash and cut into cubes. Place on cookie sheet which is covered with parchment paper. Sprinkle with a little nutmeg, if desired. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until soft. Cool until you can easily handle squash. Puree. Set Aside.
2. Preheat oven to 400°F.
3. Combine all ingredients in large bowl and mix with fork or spoon until well blended.
4. Drop by spoonfuls onto greased cookie sheet.
5. Bake for 12 - 15 minutes.