Crispy Garlic Butter Hasselback Potatoes
Serves
4 people (or 2 very happy people)
Time
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 55–65 minutes
Ingredients
Potatoes
4 medium Yukon Gold or russet potatoes (similar size)
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika (optional, for color)
Garlic Butter
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
Optional: ¼ tsp chili flakes
Finish
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
Optional toppings:
Grated parmesan
Sour cream
Extra butter cubes (like in the photo)
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash potatoes well and pat dry.
Do not peel — the skin helps them crisp beautifully.
2. Slice Hasselback Style
Place each potato between two chopsticks or wooden spoons.
Slice â…›-inch (3 mm) apart
Do NOT cut all the way through
This creates the fan effect while keeping the potato intact.
3. Season First Round
Place potatoes on a baking tray (cut-side up).
Brush generously with olive oil, making sure oil gets between the slices.
Sprinkle with:
Salt
Black pepper
Paprika
Bake for 25–30 minutes until the slices start opening.
4. Make Garlic Butter
While baking, mix:
Melted butter
Garlic
Thyme or rosemary
Chili flakes (if using)
5. Butter & Bake Again
Remove potatoes from oven.
Spoon garlic butter deep into the cuts
Let butter drip all the way down
Return to oven and bake 25–35 minutes more, until:
Edges are deep golden brown
Centers are fork-tender
Tops are crispy
6. Final Touch
Dot with small butter cubes (like the photo) and bake 5 more minutes.
Remove, sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Optional: shower with parmesan while hot.
How to Get Them EXTRA Crispy
🔥 Use Yukon Golds
🔥 High heat (don’t lower temp)
🔥 Baste butter twice if you want restaurant-level results
🔥 Space potatoes apart — no crowding
Flavor Variations
Cheesy: Add mozzarella or cheddar in the last 10 minutes
Herb bomb: Swap thyme for rosemary + sage
Loaded: Finish with sour cream, bacon, chives
Spicy: Add smoked paprika + cayenne
What to Serve With
Perfect alongside:
Roast chicken
Steak
Grilled salmon
Holiday meals (these steal the show)
