These honey butter chips are the ultimate homemade snack — crispy, golden potato chips coated in a luscious honey butter glaze. I love how they combine the richness of butter with the sweetness of honey and a touch of salt to create the most addictive sweet-savory flavor. Whether I’m craving a crunchy treat or want to recreate a viral Korean snack at home, this recipe never fails.

Honey Butter Chips

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I like this recipe for a few great reasons:

Incredibly easy to make: With just five simple ingredients, I can whip these up in under an hour using pantry staples.
Crispier and better than store-bought: I’ve recreated the iconic Korean honey butter chips from scratch, and honestly, they taste even better fresh.
Perfect balance of salty and sweet: Every chip is coated evenly in a buttery honey glaze that keeps me going back for more.
Customizable: I can add garlic powder, chili flakes, or herbs to make different versions.
Satisfying process: There’s something rewarding about slicing, frying, and glazing chips by hand.

Ingredients

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potatoes – I use starchy potatoes like russets, washed, peeled, and thinly sliced to about 1–2mm for that perfect crunch.
cornstarch – helps get the chips ultra-crispy by drawing out extra moisture.
oil – I go with any neutral oil like vegetable or canola for frying.
butter – I like salted butter for that savory balance, but unsalted works too if I want more control over saltiness.
honey – this is the star of the glaze and brings the signature sweetness to the chips.
dried parsley (optional) – for a pop of color and flavor at the end.

Directions

I start by washing, peeling, and slicing the potatoes super thin using a mandoline or sharp knife.
I rinse the slices in cold water multiple times until the water runs clear to remove starch, which makes the chips crispier.
After drying them completely with paper towels, I toss them with cornstarch in a bowl to coat.
I heat my oil in a deep pot and fry the potato slices in small batches — about 1 minute undisturbed, then 4 more minutes while gently stirring until golden and crispy.
Once fried, I transfer them to a rack to cool slightly and let them crisp up even more.
I melt the butter in a small pan, remove it from the heat, and stir in the honey to make the glaze.
I pour the honey butter glaze over the cooled chips and gently toss until every chip is coated.
I sprinkle over some dried parsley for color and dig in while they’re still warm!

Servings and timing

Servings: Makes about 2 servings (can easily be doubled or tripled)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes

Variations

Honey garlic butter chips: I sometimes add a pinch of garlic powder to the glaze for a sweet and savory combo.
Spicy version: A sprinkle of chili flakes gives the chips a subtle heat that balances the sweetness.
Herb-infused: I’ve tried rosemary or thyme in the butter for an earthy twist.
Air fryer method: I use thin slices brushed with oil, air-fried at 190°C (375°F) until crispy, then glazed.
Oven-baked version: I toss the potato slices with oil and bake at 200°C (400°F), flipping once, until crispy before glazing.

Storage/Reheating

I store any leftover honey butter chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They’re at their crispiest right after frying, but if I need to refresh them, I spread them out on a baking sheet and pop them in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 5 minutes to crisp them up again.

FAQs

What are honey butter chips exactly?

Honey butter chips are a popular Korean snack made with crispy potato chips coated in a sweet and savory honey butter glaze. I love how they balance sweetness and saltiness in such a unique way.

What do honey butter chips taste like?

They have a caramel-like sweetness from the honey, richness from the butter, and just the right amount of salt. I find them super addictive, with that perfect crunchy texture.

Are honey butter chips good with other foods?

Definitely. I’ve served them with vanilla ice cream and it’s amazing — sweet, salty, creamy, and crunchy all at once.

Can I make different honey butter chips flavors?

Yes! I like switching things up with garlic powder, chili flakes, or dried herbs depending on my mood. There’s a lot of room to play here.

Can I make these crispy honey butter chips in the air fryer?

I’ve tried an air fryer version by brushing potato slices with oil and air frying at 190°C (375°F) until golden. It’s a bit lighter than deep frying and still delicious once I coat them in glaze.

Conclusion

Making honey butter chips at home is one of those small kitchen wins that feels seriously rewarding. I get total control over the ingredients, flavor, and crispiness, and every batch turns out better than the last. Whether I’m snacking solo or sharing with friends, these sweet and salty chips always disappear fast. Give them a try and taste why this Korean classic became such a viral hit.