Sweet Potato Rollpcs

Sweet Potato Roll-pcs are a popular dessert or snack found in many restaurants in the USA. They are small, bite-sized pastries made from sweet potato dough that is rolled, baked, and then coated in a sugary glaze.

Ingredients:

- Sweet potato puree

- Flour

- Sugar

- Cinnamon

- Butter or vegetable shortening

- Glaze (usually a combination of powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla extract)

Preparation:

1. Making the dough:

- The dough is made by combining sweet potato puree with flour, sugar, cinnamon, and butter or vegetable shortening.

- The dough is then kneaded until it becomes smooth and elastic.

2. Rolling and baking:

- The dough is rolled into small cylinders, typically about 1-2 inches in diameter and 2-3 inches long.

- The dough is then baked in a preheated oven until it is lightly golden brown.

3. Coating with glaze:

- Once baked, the roll-pcs are immediately coated in a warm, sugary glaze.

- This gives them a sweet and shiny finish.

Flavor and Texture:

- The sweet potato roll-pcs have a soft, doughy texture that is slightly chewy.

- The filling is sweet and creamy, with a hint of cinnamon.

- The glaze adds a layer of sweetness and stickiness.

Common Variations:

- Cinnamon-sugar roll-pcs: These are roll-pcs that are simply coated in cinnamon sugar instead of a glaze.

- Chocolate chip roll-pcs: These roll-pcs have chocolate chips mixed into the dough.

- Dulce de leche roll-pcs: These roll-pcs are filled with dulce de leche, a caramel sauce.

Serving Suggestions:

- As a dessert: Sweet potato roll-pcs are often served as a warm dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

- As a snack: They can also be enjoyed as a sweet snack or appetizer.

- For parties: Sweet potato roll-pcs are a popular treat at parties and gatherings.