A classic and elegant potato side dish, Duchess Potatoes are creamy mashed potatoes with butter, cream, and egg yolks, piped into decorative shapes and baked until golden brown.
Preparation time
30min
Cooking time
25min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 60 g butter
- 1 egg
- 2 egg yolks
- 60 ml heavy cream
- 0.5 tsp nutmeg
- 900 g potatoes
- 1 tsp salt
Directions
Step 1
Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Step 2
Drain potatoes well, then return to the pot. Mash the potatoes until smooth.
Step 3
Add butter, heavy cream, nutmeg, black pepper, and 2 egg yolks to the mashed potatoes. Stir until well combined.
Step 4
Transfer the potato mixture to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe the potatoes into decorative mounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 5
Beat the remaining egg and lightly brush it over the piped potatoes.
Step 6
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Bake until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.