Description
Smooth duchess potatoes from France combine elegant piping techniques with rich, creamy potato perfection. Crisp golden edges and silky interior create an impressive side dish you’ll want to serve at special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 lbs (907 grams) Yukon gold potatoes
- 4 egg yolks
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Topping:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
Instructions
- Prepare russet potatoes by thoroughly washing and quartering them. Submerge in rapidly boiling water, cooking until easily pierced with a fork, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Completely drain potatoes and transform into ultra-smooth puree using a masher or ricer. Incorporate softened butter, heavy cream, and a delicate sprinkle of salt, blending until silky.
- Gently whisk egg yolks separately, then fold incrementally into potato mixture, ensuring uniform integration without overmixing.
- Transfer potato mixture into a piping bag fitted with a decorative star tip. Carefully pipe elegant swirled mounds onto parchment-lined baking sheet, maintaining consistent 2-inch diameter and spacing.
- Delicately brush potato peaks with melted butter to encourage golden browning and enhance flavor profile.
- Roast in preheated 425°F oven for 15-18 minutes, monitoring until edges transform into crisp, burnished bronze peaks while maintaining creamy interior.
- Remove from oven and allow brief resting period. Serve immediately as an exquisite accompaniment to roasted meats or elegant dinner presentations.
Notes
- Opt for starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the creamiest, smoothest texture in your Duchess Potatoes.
- Ensure potatoes are thoroughly dried after boiling to prevent excess moisture that could make piping difficult.
- Consider using a large star tip for the most elegant and professional-looking piped potato peaks.
- For a gluten-free version, confirm all ingredients are certified gluten-free and substitute any dairy alternatives as needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg