Honey Butter Sweet Potato: A Restaurant-Worthy Treat at Home
How to Make Delicious Honey Butter Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the rich, savory-sweet flavor of honey butter sweet potatoes, just like you’d find in a fancy restaurant! This delightful winter snack is incredibly addictive, with its perfect balance of buttery richness, natural sweetness, and melted cheese. It’s a treat that will have you reaching for more!
Ingredients
- 3 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 2 slices unsalted butter (approx. 20g)
- 3 tbsp shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or your preference)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
To begin making your delicious honey butter sweet potatoes, thoroughly wash the sweet potatoes. You can leave the skin on for extra nutrients and flavor. Place a piece of dried kelp (kombu) at the bottom of your steamer basket and arrange the sweet potatoes on top. Steam over medium-low heat for about 20-25 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. If you don’t have a steamer, you can boil them in water.
Step 2
While the sweet potatoes are steaming, prepare the butter to enhance its rich flavor. Place the two slices of unsalted butter in a microwave-safe dish and heat for about 20-30 seconds, just until slightly softened. The goal is to make the butter pliable, not completely melted, to preserve its wonderful natural aroma and taste.
Step 3
Once the sweet potatoes are steamed and have cooled slightly (so they are easier to handle but still warm), cut them in half lengthwise. Be careful not to cut them when they’re too hot, as they might fall apart. You can make a shallow cut down the center or scoop out a small portion to create a well for the butter to soak into. This step ensures the buttery flavor permeates deep into the sweet potato.
Step 4
Now, generously spread the softened butter over the cut surface of each sweet potato half. As the butter melts from the warmth of the potato, it will infuse a lovely richness. Next, sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese over the buttered surface. Mozzarella cheese will give you a satisfying stretch, while cheddar adds a deeper flavor. Feel free to mix them for a combination of textures and tastes.
Step 5
Finally, microwave the sweet potatoes again for about 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is nicely melted and bubbly. This brief heating allows the cheese to meld with the butter and sweet potato, creating a cohesive and delicious flavor profile. Keep an eye on them to prevent the sweet potatoes from becoming too dry or hard.
Step 6
Voilà! Your delicious honey butter sweet potatoes are ready. The warm, melted butter will have seeped into the sweet potato, making every bite incredibly moist and flavorful. The delightful combination of sweet potato, savory cheese, and rich butter is the perfect comforting treat for a chilly day. Each mouthful is pure bliss!
Step 7
These incredibly delicious honey butter sweet potatoes are so tempting to look at and even more irresistible to eat. They are a guaranteed hit, perfect as a snack for kids or a satisfying and nutritious treat for adults. Be warned – you won’t be able to stop at just one!
