Microwave sweet potato with honey butter is the quickest way to enjoy a cheesy, sweet, and buttery Korean style treat at home. In just 10 minutes, you can make a rich honey butter sweet potato topped with melty mozzarella cheese. It’s the best cozy comfort snack that combines the natural sweetness of Korean sweet potato.
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What is Korean Honey Butter Sweet Potato?
Outback Steakhouse Menu
In South Korea, you can find a menu item called baked sweet potato as a side dish at Outback Steakhouse. It is an oven-baked sweet potato topped with sweet mango butter and sprinkled with cinnamon powder, a warm and sweet side dish that reminds you of winter.
Honey Butter Sweet Potato 허니버터 고구마
At one time, Outback Steakhouse was a very popular family restaurant, but nowadays many Koreans no longer go there. This is because many better and tastier steakhouse options have appeared. However, some people still miss the Bushman Bread and sweet potato dishes they used to enjoy at Outback Steakhouse. So instead of going to the restaurant, Koreans started making this sweet potato at home. Rather than using mango butter, which is less convenient at home, they started using honey butter, and added cheese on top to create a richer, more savory home version. Cinnamon powder is actually not common in many Korean households, so many people top it with dried parsley instead.
Why You’ll Love Microwave Sweet Potato with Honey Butter
- Quick & Easy: Ready in just 10 minutes using a microwave.
- Sweet & Buttery: The sweetness of honey butter blends perfectly with the natural sweetness and soft texture of the sweet potato.
- Cheesy: Mozzarella cheese adds a creamy, savory flavor, and a hint of salt enhances the sweetness even more.
- Perfect Winter Snack or Dessert: Warm, sweet, and comforting. Ideal for the winter season.
Simple Ingredients for Korean Honey Butter Sweet Potato with Microwave
- Sweet Potato: Asian sweet potatoes are ideal, but I currently live in Belgium after moving from Korea, so I used a European-style orange sweet potato, which is easier to find here.
- Butter: Use unsalted butter.
- Mozzarella Cheese: Use shredded or string mozzarella rather than fresh mozzarella. This prevents the cheese from running too much. Fresh mozzarella melts too quickly and becomes overly soft.
- Honey
- Parsley (optional garnish): Both dried and fresh parsley work well.
- Cinnamon Powder (optional topping): Sprinkling cinnamon powder, as in the original recipe, also tastes delicious.
Honey Butter Microwave Sweet Potato Recipe
Prepare for cooking
- Clean the sweet potato thoroughly.
- Place the sweet potato in a steaming basket or a microwave-safe dish. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap and poke a few holes to allow steam to escape.
Cook the sweet potato
- Microwave: Cook for 5–7 minutes.
- Original recipe (oven/air fryer): Bake at 200°C (390°F) in an oven or air fryer for 30–40 minutes. Flip the sweet potato halfway to cook evenly.
Add honey butter and cheese
- Once cooked, slice the sweet potato in half. Add butter and drizzle with honey. Then top with mozzarella cheese.
Melt the cheese
- Microwave: Heat for 1 minute.
- Alternative (oven/air fryer): Bake at 180°C (355°F) for 5–10 minutes.
Tip: I personally used an air fryer at this stage to give the cheese a slightly roasted flavor.
Optional toppings
- Sprinkle dried or fresh parsley, or for a more traditional touch, dust with cinnamon powder as in the original recipe.
More Korean Sweet Potato Recipes
Korean Sweet Potato Latte 고구마 라떼
In Korean cafés, a variety of sweet potato desserts appear during winter, such as sweet potato cake and sweet potato crème brûlée. Among them, the most classic Korean café winter drink is the sweet potato latte. It’s a sweet and creamy drink, perfect for enjoying in winter with this sweet potato latte recipe.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Sticks 고구마스틱
On Korean expressway rest stops, you can find sweet potato sticks for sale. These are different from sweet potato fries. Sweet potato sticks are thinner and have an ultra crispy, snack-like texture. I used to eat these often when I lost 20kg, and you can make them healthier at home using an air fryer. Here’s a recipe for air fryer sweet potato sticks.
FAQs about Honey Butter Microwave Sweet Potato
Is honey butter a Korean flavor?
Yes. Honey butter has become a very popular flavor in Korea over the past decade. It’s a sweet and slightly salty combination often used in snacks, desserts, and even savory dishes like fried chicken.
What is Korean honey called?
Honey is typically called “kkul” (꿀) in Korean.
Is honey good on a sweet potato?
Absolutely! Honey enhances the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes while adding a smooth, rich texture. Combined with butter, it creates a creamy flavor that’s perfect for a quick snack or dessert.
What is honey butter good with?
In Korea, honey butter is extremely popular. Some well-known examples include:
Honey Butter Chips (sweet and salty potato chips)
Honey Butter Chicken
Honey Butter French Toast (trending in Seoul in 2024–2025)
It pairs well with sweet potatoes, bread, toast, fried snacks, and even some savory dishes.
Do you put butter in a sweet potato?
Yes. Adding butter to a cooked sweet potato makes it richer, creamier, and more flavorful. In the honey butter version, butter is combined with honey for the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
How to cook sweet potatoes with honey?
You can cook sweet potatoes in the microwave, oven, or air fryer. After cooking, slice the sweet potato in half, add butter and honey, then optionally top with cheese or cinnamon. Microwaving is the quickest method, taking just 5–7 minutes.
Is honey butter just honey and butter?
Yes, basically. Honey butter is made from butter and honey. Sometimes a pinch of salt is added to enhance the sweetness, and a bit of cinnamon or other spices can be added for extra flavor.
10Minute Microwave Sweet Potato with Korean Honey Butter
Ingredients
- 1 sweet potato (medium sized)
- 15 g unsalted butter (about 1 tbsp)
- 2 tbsp mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 pinch dried parsley (optional, or cinnamon powder is good too)
Equipment
- 1 Microwave (or air fryer, oven)
- 1 microwave safe steam bowl with lid (or microwave safe bowl with plastic wrap)
- 1 Knife
- 1 Spoon
Method
- Scrub the sweet potato thoroughly under running water.
- Place the sweet potato in a microwave-safe dish. Cover it with a lid or plastic wrap (poke a few holes for steam). Microwave for 5–7 minutes*Alternative: Bake or air fry at 200°C (390°F) for 30–40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until soft.1 sweet potato
- Once cooked, slice the sweet potato in half lengthwise. Add butter, drizzle with honey,15 g unsalted butter, 1 tbsp honey
- and top with mozzarella cheese.2 tbsp mozzarella cheese
- Microwave again for 1 minute, until the cheese melts.* Alternative: Bake or air fry at 180°C (355°F) for 5–10 minutes.
- Sprinkle dried or fresh parsley, or for a more traditional touch, dust with cinnamon powder as in the original recipe.1 pinch dried parsley
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate. For personalized advice, consult a registered nutritionist.
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