Here is a little secret – duchess potatoes are actually just mashed potatoes that are piped into pretty forms with a piping bag. But let’s not minimize their flavor. They are light and fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. And they look pretty classy!
What are Duchess Potatoes?
Duchess potatoes are mashed potatoes with a fancy twist. I learned to make these in classes at our culinary school. While they seem fancy, they are easy enough to make any day of the week. Mashed potatoes are mixed with seasonings and egg yolk. Pipe them into little ‘flowers’, brush with a bit of egg white and bake until golden brown. Voila – very fancy but easy!
Why We Love These Potatoes So Much
They use simple ingredients and they’re easy to make.They are so versatile; add a little cream cheese, garlic, or chives before piping!They can be made ahead and baked before dinner.Duchess potatoes are a great way to impress and are beautiful beside everything from beef roast to a roast turkey for Thanksgiving or even Christmas dinner!
Ingredients for Duchess Potatoes
Potatoes – Since these are a version of mashed potatoes you’ll want to use the same spuds you do for mashing. The best potatoes to use are starchy like russet or Idaho potatoes. Yukon Gold is a second favorite. Other – Use real salted butter (and a pinch of nutmeg) for the best flavor. You can add a touch of heavy cream if needed but don’t add too much or they won’t hold their shape. Egg yolks are added to the potato mixture to help them hold their shape and egg whites are brushed on top before baking! Optional Additions – You can add finely shredded cheeses, fresh thyme, or even finely chopped parsley if you’d like.
How to Make Duchess Potatoes
Tips & Tricks
In this duchess potatoes recipe, piping the mixture is an important step as it’s the little ridges that become golden and crisp. Ensure the mixture is as smooth as possible, if you have a potato ricer, use this.Add roasted garlic, finely shredded cheeses, or fresh herbs.Duchess potatoes can be piped and then frozen until they are ready to be baked. Freeze them on the baking sheet, and then transfer them into a plastic bag to keep in the freezer. Bake from frozen at 425°F for 15-20 minutes or until heated through and golden.
Did your family love these Duchess Potatoes? Be sure to leave a rating and a comment below! Prep: Peel the potatoes (even thin skinned potatoes) so they pipe evenly. Bake or Boil: We prefer baked potatoes in this recipe but boiled will work too. If boiling, simmer in a large pot of salted water until fork tender. Drain well and let the potatoes rest for 5 minutes in the strainer after draining as watery potatoes won’t hold their shape. If baking, scoop out the filling and save the skins for potato skins. Pop the skins in the freezer for a few weeks until you’re ready to use them! Potatoes can also be cooked in an Instant Pot but be sure to drain very well. © SpendWithPennies.com. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited. Please view my photo use policy here.
