These slow cooker glazed baby potatoes are the sort of easy party dish that feels right at home on a Midwestern summer table, where folks wander in and out of the backyard and the food needs to hold steady until everybody’s ready to eat. Whole French fingerling baby potatoes turn tender in the cooker, then get coated in a simple sweet-savory glaze that clings to every little nook. With only four ingredients, this recipe is just the kind of practical potluck cooking that lets you bring something memorable without standing over the stove all afternoon.
Serve these potatoes alongside grilled burgers, bratwurst, barbecue chicken, or pulled pork sandwiches. They’re also mighty good next to a crisp coleslaw, sliced garden tomatoes, baked beans, or a cool cucumber salad. For a block party spread, set them out right in the slow cooker to keep warm, with a spoon nearby so folks can help themselves between trips to the grill.
4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Summer Block Party Glazed Crispy Baby Potatoes
Servings: 8
Ingredients
2 pounds whole French fingerling baby potatoes, scrubbed and dried
Directions
1. Wash the whole French fingerling baby potatoes well, then dry them thoroughly so the glaze will cling better during cooking.
2. In the slow cooker, stir together the barbecue sauce, honey, and dried herb seasoning until smooth, then add the potatoes and toss well to coat them all over.
3. Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 5 to 6 hours, stirring once or twice if convenient, until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
4. When the potatoes are tender, remove the lid and let them cook for another 15 to 20 minutes if needed so the glaze thickens and turns shiny. Spoon the potatoes into a serving bowl or serve straight from the slow cooker while hot.
Variations & Tips
For extra crisp edges: If you want a little more bite to the outside, spread the cooked potatoes on a sheet pan and run them under the broiler for 3 to 5 minutes after slow cooking. That gives them a roasty finish while keeping the insides tender.
Use your favorite sauce: A smoky barbecue sauce gives these a backyard flavor, but a sweeter honey barbecue or a tangier sauce works nicely too. Since there are so few ingredients, the flavor of the sauce really shines through.
Keep them warm for parties: Once cooked, switch the slow cooker to warm so the potatoes stay ready for second helpings. Give them a gentle stir now and then to keep the glaze evenly coating the potatoes.
Add fresh herbs at the end: If you have parsley, chives, or dill from the garden, sprinkle a little over the top just before serving. It freshens up the rich glaze and makes the dish look especially nice on a party table.
