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Garlic Butter Crispy Smashed Potatoes

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Golden, crispy smashed baby potatoes with soft, fluffy centers, coated in a rich roasted garlic butter sauce. A flavorful side dish that’s simple to make yet impressive, perfect for weeknights or gatherings.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1.5 kilograms baby white potatoes (cocktail-sized)
  • 1 whole head of garlic
  • 100 grams unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, freshly cracked
  • Fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)
  • Flaky sea salt, for finishing

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F). Slice top off garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, wrap in foil or place in covered dish, and roast for 1 hour until soft. Squeeze out cloves and set aside.
  2. Boil baby potatoes in salted water for about 30 minutes, until tender but holding shape. Drain well and allow to air dry. Refrigerate 10–15 minutes for best results.
  3. In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add roasted garlic cloves, salt, and pepper. Stir until garlic breaks down and infuses the butter.
  4. Toss potatoes gently with half of the garlic butter mixture.
  5. Line two baking trays with parchment paper. Arrange potatoes and smash gently with a flat glass or potato masher until cracked but still intact.
  6. Drizzle remaining garlic butter over potatoes. Roast 30–35 minutes, rotating trays halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  7. Remove from oven, sprinkle with flaky sea salt and fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Ensure potatoes are completely dry before smashing for maximum crispiness.
  • Red potatoes or fingerlings can be used as alternatives.
  • For extra flavor, add rosemary, thyme, or Parmesan cheese during roasting.
  • Can be made dairy-free using vegan butter or just olive oil.
  • Best reheated in the oven or air fryer to retain crispiness.

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