Honey Butter Smashed Potatoes Recipe
These Honey Butter Smashed Potatoes are a delightful combination of crispy, golden-brown potatoes coated in a sweet and savory honey-butter glaze. Perfect as a side dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 1.5 lbs baby Yukon gold potatoes
Butter Mixture:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Flaky sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook the Potatoes: Boil the potatoes until fork-tender, then gently smash them on the baking sheet.
- Prepare the Butter Mixture: Whisk together melted butter, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Brush over the smashed potatoes.
- Roast the Potatoes: Roast for 25–30 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with parsley and flaky sea salt if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can prep the butter mixture in advance and refrigerate.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for a sweet-heat kick.
- These pair well with roasted meats or as a holiday side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
