Description
These Honey Butter Smashed Potatoes are a delicious twist on traditional roasted potatoes, featuring tender baby potatoes boiled to perfection, smashed and coated with a sweet and savory honey butter mixture, then baked until golden and crispy. Finished with a touch of warm milk for creaminess and fresh chives for garnish, this recipe makes for an irresistible side dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds of baby potatoes
Honey Butter Mixture
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (optional)
Additional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup milk (or more for desired creaminess)
- Chopped fresh chives for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and Boil Potatoes: Begin by washing the baby potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water.
- Cook Potatoes: Bring the pot of water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add a generous pinch of salt. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
- Drain and Cool: Drain the potatoes in a colander and let them cool for a few minutes until comfortable to handle.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Smash Potatoes: On a clean baking sheet lined with parchment paper, gently place the cooked potatoes. Using a fork or a potato masher, gently smash each potato to a thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- Prepare Honey Butter: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, honey, sea salt, black pepper, and fresh rosemary (if using). Mix until fully blended and creamy.
- Coat Potatoes: Brush the honey butter mixture generously over each smashed potato, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Bake Potatoes: Bake the smashed potatoes in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden and crispy on the edges.
- Warm Milk: In the meantime, heat the milk in a small saucepan over low heat until warm. Remove from heat once warm.
- Drizzle Milk: Once the potatoes are done baking, drizzle the warm milk over them to add extra creaminess.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh chives before serving.
Notes
- For crispier edges, spread the smashed potatoes out evenly without overlapping on the baking sheet.
- Fresh rosemary is optional but adds a lovely aroma and flavor; you can substitute with thyme or omit entirely.
- Adjust the amount of milk to achieve your preferred level of creaminess.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and for easier cleanup.
- These potatoes pair well with grilled meats or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
