Hot Honey Butter Baked Sweet Potatoes: Your Toaster Oven’s New Best Friend

Sweet potatoes are having a serious moment, and if you haven’t tried roasting them in your HeatMate toaster oven, you’re missing out on crispy, caramelized goodness. This recipe brings the ultimate flavor combo—sweet, spicy, buttery, and crunchy—all in one ridiculously easy dish.

The magic? We’re roasting these bad boys cut-side down for extra golden-brown deliciousness, then slathering them with a silky, spicy, hot honey butter and finishing with crunchy, toasty pumpkin seeds. Trust us—this is the side dish (or meatless main!) that’ll steal the spotlight.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔️ Minimal effort, max reward. The toaster oven does all the heavy lifting.

✔️ That crispy, caramelized crust. Roasting cut-side down gives you that perfect golden char.

✔️ Hot honey butter. It’s rich, spicy, and slightly sweet—what’s not to love?

✔️A little crunch. Toasted pumpkin seeds take this from good to unforgettable.

Here’s What You’ll Need

🥔 2 medium sweet potatoes – scrubbed and halved lengthwise

🫒 2 tbsp olive oil, divided

🧂 Kosher salt

🧈 2 tbsp butter, room temp

🍯 ½ tbsp honey

🌶 ¾ tbsp hot sauce (Tapatío, Cholula, or your fave)

🎃 1 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

🌿 2 tsp ground coriander

✨ Flaky sea salt, to taste

🍋 Lime wedges for serving

🍅 ½ cup grape tomatoes, halved (optional but highly recommended)

How to Make the Best Baked Sweet Potatoes

1. Roast Those Sweet Potatoes

Cut the sweet potatoes in half and rub them down with 1 tbsp olive oil and a sprinkle of kosher salt. Arrange them cut side down on the HeatMate grill rack (with a griddle pan underneath to catch any drips).

🔥 Bake potatoes for 25 minutes at 425 °F or until fork-tender and deeply caramelized. (A toothpick should slide right in, with no resistance.)

2. Whip Up That Hot Honey Butter

While the potatoes are roasting, mash butter, honey, and hot sauce with a fork until smooth, taste it and adjust the heat to your liking. (Want it spicier? Add another splash of hot sauce.)

3. Toast the Pumpkin Seeds

Warm a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a small skillet. Toss in the pumpkin seeds and cook, stirring, until golden brown (about 4 minutes). Stir in the ground coriander and season with kosher salt. Remove from heat.

4. Bring It All Together

Once the sweet potatoes are done, transfer them to a plate and spread that luscious hot honey butter all over the cut sides. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt for extra pop, and drizzle on those toasty, spiced pumpkin seeds.

Squeeze over fresh lime juice, throw on some grape tomatoes for a juicy contrast, and dig in.

Pro Tips for the Best Baked Sweet Potatoes

1. 🔥 Size Matters – Smaller sweet potatoes cook faster and more evenly.
2. 🌶 Spice It Up – Tapatío, Cholula, or even a splash of sriracha all work.
3. 🧈 Butter Game Strong – Room-temperature butter blends smoother—no clumps!
4. 🍋 Acidity is Key – A squeeze of lime balances out the richness.

What to Serve with These Sweet Potatoes

These are killer on their own but also pair perfectly with:

• 🥩 Grilled steak or chicken – The heat and sweetness cut through the richness.
• 🥗 Crisp green salad – Keep it light and fresh.
• 🥑 Avocado slices – Because creamy + spicy = perfection.

Leftovers? No Problem

You can store the baked potato leftovers in the fridge for a few days. Reheat in your toaster oven at 350°F until warmed through. (Microwaving works, but you’ll lose that crispy magic.)

Final Thoughts

If you haven’t tried sweet potatoes + hot honey butter + crunchy pumpkin seeds yet, this is your sign. It’s easy, packed with flavor, and comes together in no time—the perfect addition to your weeknight lineup or next dinner party spread.

Craving more? Check out our ultimate toaster oven potato guide for all the tips, tricks, and variations you need!