Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes

Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes deliver crackly edges, fluffy middles, and sweet–savory goodness in under 1 hour. Inspired by the Culinary Cartel method smash for more surface area, then roast or air fry till shatter-crisp. this is weeknight-friendly and party-ready.

Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes double as Sweet Potato Snack Ideas or a standout side. The light cornstarch coating, a touch of honey, and a hint of garlic make these Appetizer Recipes Sweet Potato lovers crave. Try with a simple garlic–yogurt dip for balance.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ultra-crisp edges + tender centers thanks to the smash technique (Smash Sweet Potatoes).
• Oven or air fryer options (Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes) with minimal fuss.
• Great for Mini Sweet Potatoes and easy to scale for Sweet Potato Recipes For One.
• Pantry spices and a light cornstarch dusting for next-level crunch.
• Crowd-pleasing side when you need Sides With Sweet Potatoes that feel special.

Ingredients (with notes & tips)

• Sweet potatoes, 1 ⅓ lb (600 g) – Small or Mini Sweet Potatoes crisp fastest.
• Olive oil, 2 ½ tbsp – Helps blister edges.
• Cornstarch, 2 tbsp – Thin, even dusting = extra crunch (Sweet Potato Crisp Recipe vibe).
• Garlic powder, ½–1 tsp – Savory backbone.
• Sriracha, 1 tsp (optional) – Mild heat; swap if sensitive.
• Honey, 1 tsp – Gloss & balance (or maple for vegan).
• Sea salt, ½–1 tsp, to taste – Finishes the sweetness.
• Black pepper, ½ tsp – Gentle warmth.

Dip (optional): Thick Greek-style yogurt, ¼ cup (90 g) + pinch salt/pepper + ½ tsp garlic powder or 1 minced clove.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Parboil – 15 minutes
   Scrub sweet potatoes. Boil in salted water until a knife meets slight resistance (fork-tender). Drain well; let steam off for 3–5 minutes for drier surfaces that crisp.
2. Smash – 5 minutes
   Transfer to a parchment-lined sheet. Use the bottom of a glass to Smash Sweet Potatoes to ~½ in thick (1.3 cm).
3. Season & Coat – 3 minutes
   Whisk olive oil, cornstarch, garlic powder, sriracha, honey, salt, and pepper. Brush both sides lightly so the cornstarch hydrates into a thin slurry.
4. Oven Method – 25–30 minutes at 425°F (220°C)
   Roast, flipping at 15 minutes, until deeply golden and crisp. (Sides With Sweet Potatoes never looked better.)
   OR
5. Air Fryer Method – 14–18 minutes at 400°F (200°C)
   Arrange in a single layer; air fry, flipping halfway, until edges are crackly (Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes). Timing varies by model.
6. Serve – 2 minutes
   Season to taste. Add yogurt dip if using. Perfect for Appetizer Recipes Sweet Potato or a cozy snack.

You Must Know

• Dry surfaces = crisp. Let potatoes steam off after draining.
• The smash creates jagged edges that brown faster for that Sweet Potato Crisp Recipe feel.
• Cornstarch + oil make a micro-thin, glassy crust.
• Air fryers cook faster; check early to avoid overbrowning.

Storage Tips

• Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days.
• Recrisp at 400°F (200°C) for 6–8 minutes (oven or air fryer).
• Freeze on a tray, then bag up to 2 months; reheat from frozen until sizzling.

Ingredient Substitutions

• Vegan swap: Use maple instead of honey; plant-based yogurt for the dip.
• No sriracha: Use smoked paprika or chili flakes.
• No cornstarch: Use rice flour or fine semolina (thinner crunch).
• Mashed Sweet Potato Fries idea: Skip smashing; cut into thick batons, toss, and roast until crisp.

Serving Suggestions

• Drizzle chili crisp or herb oil; sprinkle feta or chives.
• Pair with rotisserie chicken, seared salmon, or veggie burgers.
• Make it Sweet Potato Recipes For One: cook 1–2 mini potatoes in the air fryer basket.

Cultural Context (optional)

Sweet potatoes star in U.S. Southern cooking and global street-food scenes. The smash-and-crisp technique borrows from “smashed potatoes,” adapted here for sweet, caramel-prone spuds, great as snacks or small plates.

Pro Tips

• Don’t crowd space = airflow = crunch.
• If using the oven, preheat the sheet pan for a jump-start sear.
• Season lightly before roasting and finish with flaky salt after.
• For extra caramel notes, brush a tiny bit more honey in the last 3 minutes.

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Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes

Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes deliver crackly edges, fluffy middles, and a sweet–savory punch in under an hour. Use the smash-and-roast technique for crisp perfection — perfect as a party snack or weeknight side dish.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 3 servings

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Street Food Inspired

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1⅓ lb small sweet potatoes (about 600 g)
• 2½ tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• ½–1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp sriracha (optional)
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
• ½–1 tsp sea salt, to taste
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ¼ cup thick Greek-style yogurt (for dip)
• pinch of salt and pepper, for dip
• ½ tsp garlic powder or 1 minced garlic clove (for dip)

Equipment

• large pot for boiling sweet potatoes
• baking sheet or air fryer basket
• parchment paper
• mixing bowl for coating mixture
• basting brush
• glass or flat utensil for smashing potatoes

Method

 

1. Scrub sweet potatoes and boil in salted water for about 15 minutes, until just fork-tender. Drain well and let steam off for 3–5 minutes.
2. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Smash each potato to ½ inch thick using a glass bottom or flat utensil.
3. Whisk olive oil, cornstarch, garlic powder, sriracha, honey, salt, and pepper. Lightly brush both sides of each potato with the mixture.
4. Oven Method: Roast at 425°F (220°C) for 25–30 minutes, flipping at 15 minutes, until crispy and golden.
5. OR Air Fryer Method: Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 14–18 minutes, flipping halfway, until crackly crisp.
6. Season to taste and serve with garlic yogurt dip if using. Enjoy hot and crispy.

Notes

Let sweet potatoes steam dry before smashing for ultimate crisp. A light cornstarch coating creates a shatter-thin crust. Try chili crisp or Greek yogurt dip to customize. Air fryer gives faster results; oven is great for bigger batches.

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