Golden Crispy Hasselback Potatoes

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 1 10

Total Time: 1 30

Servings:

Calories: 210kcal

Cost: $8

Course: Side Dish, Vegetarian

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Keyword: Buttery Potatoes, Crispy Potatoes, Easy Potato Recipe, Golden Crispy Hasselback Potatoes, Hasselback Potatoes

6 to 8 medium Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes 7 to 9 ounces each scrubbed clean and dried
1 ½ sticks 12 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened to room temperature for spreading)
3 medium garlic cloves minced or pressed for maximum flavor
½ teaspoon fine salt for mixing into butter
Flaky sea salt or kosher salt for sprinkling over baked potatoes
Optional toppings: sour cream fresh chives freshly ground black pepper for serving

Let the butter sit at room temperature until soft. Preheat the oven to 450°F and place a rack in the center. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Scrub the potatoes thoroughly under running water. Slice a thin piece off the bottom to help them stand flat.
Place two chopsticks on either side of a potato. Slice the potato into very thin sections about ⅛-inch thick, stopping ¾ inch from the top. Adjust chopsticks as needed to avoid cutting through completely.
Arrange the sliced potatoes on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, mash the softened butter with minced garlic and ½ teaspoon salt until fully combined. Divide the mixture into two portions.
Remove potatoes from the oven. Spread half of the garlic butter evenly over the top, working it gently between the slices with a pastry brush.
Return the potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
Remove potatoes and spread the remaining butter down the center of each potato, allowing it to melt into the layers. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and add any optional toppings.

These golden Hasselback potatoes are perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. The crisp edges and buttery layers make every bite irresistible!