Description
Sweet Heat Smashed Potatoes are the perfect balance of crispy, creamy, spicy, and sweet. These golden baby potatoes are boiled, smashed, and roasted until perfectly crispy, then drizzled with a spicy honey glaze that packs a flavorful punch. Ideal as a side dish or a party snack! #SmashedPotatoes #SweetHeat #SpicyPotatoes #EasySides #CrispyPotatoes #HoneyGlaze #VegetarianRecipes
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes (Yukon gold or red)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Fresh chopped parsley or chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Boil baby potatoes in salted water for 15–20 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and let them cool slightly.
- Place potatoes on the baking sheet. Use the bottom of a glass or cup to gently smash each one to about 1/2-inch thick.
- Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Roast for 25–30 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan. Add honey and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 1–2 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Drizzle spicy honey butter over the crispy potatoes. Toss gently or leave drizzled for a sweet-heat finish.
- Garnish with chopped herbs and serve hot!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2–3 minutes of baking.
- Try hot honey in place of regular honey and red pepper flakes for convenience.
- You can use any small waxy potatoes—just make sure they’re all similar in size for even cooking.
- Perfect as a side with grilled meats, sandwiches, or enjoyed on their own as an appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 8mg