Sweet Potato Smash with Brie & Honey

Some recipes are made for special occasions, and others are the kind you make simply because you have a few sweet potatoes sitting in the kitchen and suddenly feel like treating yourself. Sweet Potato Smash with Brie & Honey is definitely the second kind for me.

I first made this on a lazy weekend when I wanted something a little different from our usual roasted sweet potatoes. I had some Brie in the fridge, a jar of honey in the pantry, and thought, Why not put them together? It turned out to be one of those happy kitchen experiments that I immediately wanted to make again.

I made it for my family the following weekend, and honestly, the plate disappeared faster than I expected. The sweet potato becomes soft and caramelized around the edges, the Brie melts into all those little crispy bits, and the honey adds just the right amount of sweetness.

It’s cozy, a little fancy without actually being difficult, and absolutely delicious.

Why You’ll Love This Sweet Potato Smash

This is one of those recipes that looks impressive when you put it on the table but is surprisingly easy to make.

The sweet potatoes are cooked until tender, gently smashed, and roasted until the edges become golden and crisp. Then comes the best part: creamy Brie, a drizzle of honey, and a few simple finishing touches.

You’ll get a combination of:

• Soft, naturally sweet sweet potato
• Crispy, caramelized edges
• Creamy melted Brie
• Golden honey
• A little salt to balance everything

And if you love that sweet-and-savory combination as much as I do, you may find yourself making this one on repeat.

Ingredients

• 2 medium sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 100 g Brie cheese, cut into small pieces
• 1–2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or thyme
• 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans, optional
• Optional: a pinch of chili flakes

How to Make Sweet Potato Smash with Brie & Honey

1. Cook the sweet potatoes

Start by washing the sweet potatoes well. You can leave the skins on—they become wonderfully crisp in the oven.

Boil or steam the sweet potatoes until they are fork-tender. Depending on their size, this usually takes around 15–20 minutes.

Drain them and allow them to cool for a few minutes, just until they’re comfortable enough to handle.

2. Smash them

Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Place the sweet potatoes on the tray and gently press each one down with the bottom of a glass or a potato masher.

Don’t flatten them completely. I like leaving them a little thick because the middle stays soft while the edges get beautifully crisp.

3. Season and roast

Drizzle the smashed sweet potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.

Add a little rosemary or thyme if you’re using it.

Roast for about 20–25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and crispy.

This is where the magic really happens. The kitchen starts smelling sweet, savory, and herby, and it’s usually when everyone starts asking, “When will it be ready?”

4. Add the Brie

Take the tray out of the oven and scatter the Brie pieces over the sweet potatoes.

Return the tray to the oven for another 3–5 minutes, just until the Brie becomes soft and melty.

You don’t want to completely lose the shape of the cheese, so keep an eye on it.

5. Drizzle with honey

Remove the tray from the oven and immediately drizzle the honey over the warm sweet potatoes and Brie.

Finish with chopped walnuts or pecans and, if you like a little heat, a tiny pinch of chili flakes.

Serve while everything is warm and gooey.

My Favorite Flavor Combination

The first bite is what sold me on this recipe.

You get the creamy Brie first, followed by the natural sweetness of the sweet potato and honey. Then there’s the crisp edge, the salty seasoning, and the little crunch from the nuts.

It’s the kind of combination where you think, I probably shouldn’t have another one.

And then you absolutely do.

Tips for the Best Sweet Potato Smash

Don’t skip the roasting.
The smashing itself isn’t what makes this recipe special—the high-heat roasting is. Give the sweet potatoes enough time to develop those crispy edges.

Use room-temperature Brie when possible.
It melts more evenly and quickly.

Don’t drown it in honey.
A little goes a long way. The sweet potatoes already have plenty of natural sweetness.

Add some heat.
A pinch of chili flakes is one of my favorite additions. The gentle heat makes the honey and Brie taste even better.

Try different toppings.
Pecans, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, or even a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds can work beautifully.

When I Like to Make It

This is definitely a weekend recipe in my house.

I love making it when friends or family are coming over because it feels more special than ordinary roasted vegetables without requiring hours in the kitchen. It also makes a wonderful side dish for a relaxed dinner.

And sometimes I make it just because I’m happy and want something delicious.

There’s something about pulling a tray of golden, crispy sweet potatoes out of the oven, adding the Brie and honey, and bringing it straight to the table. Everyone gathers around, someone grabs a piece before I can even finish taking pictures, and suddenly the “side dish” becomes the thing everyone is talking about.

That’s exactly the kind of food I love.

What to Serve with It

Sweet Potato Smash with Brie & Honey works beautifully as a side dish, appetizer, or even a light lunch.

Try serving it alongside:

• Roast chicken
• Grilled vegetables
• A crisp green salad
• Roasted meats
• Fresh sourdough bread

For a party, make smaller smashed sweet potatoes and serve them individually as little bites. They’re especially good while the Brie is still warm.

Nutrition Information

The following values are approximate per serving, assuming the recipe makes 4 servings and includes the Brie, olive oil, honey, and nuts.

Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary depending on the size of the sweet potatoes, amount of Brie, honey, oil, and optional nuts used.

A Little Sweet, A Little Savory, Completely Delicious

I love recipes that don’t take themselves too seriously. This one started as a random combination of ingredients I already had, and it quickly became something my family asked me to make again.

The sweet potatoes are comforting, the Brie makes them wonderfully creamy, an