Sweet Potato-Bacon Biscuit

SWEET POTATO-BACON BISCUIT
2 cups self-rising flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pinch cinnamon
Pinch black pepper
1 stick cold unsalted butter, cubed
1 cup mashed cooked sweet potatoes, cooled
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
5 slices cooked bacon, drained and crumbled
3/4 to 1 cup milk

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2. In a bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and cinnamon.
3. Add the butter and work in with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a bowl, whip the sweet potatoes with the brown sugar until very smooth.
5. Add to the flour mixture and mix in lightly but thoroughly with your fingers.
6. Add 3/4 cup of the buttermilk and the bacon and gently work to make a smooth dough, being careful not to overwork and adding more liquid as needed 1-2 teaspoons at a time.
7. Spoon onto a greased baking sheet with a greased ice cream scoop.
8. Bake until golden brown, 15 to 18 minutes.