Description
Duchess Potatoes are an elegant and comforting side dish made from smooth, creamy mashed potatoes piped into golden, crispy swirls. This recipe transforms simple starchy potatoes with butter, heavy cream, and egg yolks into a stunning, savory treat perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or special family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds starchy potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
Butter and Cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup heavy cream, warmed
Binding and Seasonings
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into even chunks. Boil them in salted water until tender and easily pierced by a fork, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain thoroughly to avoid watery mash.
- Mash Until Smooth: While still warm, mash the potatoes using a potato ricer or masher until silky smooth, avoiding lumps to ensure they hold their shape when baked.
- Mix in the Creamy Ingredients: Blend in the softened butter and warm heavy cream. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if using. Stir in the egg yolks last, mixing thoroughly to form a rich, thick batter perfect for piping.
- Pipe and Shape: Transfer the potato mixture into a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe elegant swirls or shapes onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them evenly for browning.
- Bake Until Golden: Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the edges turn deep golden brown, creating a crispy exterior with a creamy interior.
Notes
- Use warm softened butter and cream to keep potatoes fluffy and easy to pipe.
- Choose starchy potatoes like Russets for the best creamy texture without gumminess.
- Avoid overmixing to prevent gluey potatoes; mash gently until smooth.
- Pipe quickly to stop mixture from drying out or stiffening.
- Keep an eye on baking to avoid burning while achieving a golden crust.
- Use parchment paper or lightly butter the baking sheet for easy removal and crisp bottoms.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 recipe (about 3 swirls)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: Duchess Potatoes, mashed potatoes, elegant side dish, crispy mashed potatoes, baked potatoes, holiday side dish
