Duchess Potatoes Recipe

5. PIPE: Transfer the mixture to a piping bag with a star tip. Pipe small mounds onto the baking sheet.

6. BAKE: Brush with the remaining butter and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.

7. GARNISH: Top with chives or parsley, sprinkle sea salt, and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Tips For the Best Duchess Potatoes

Imagine biting into a cloud-like potato puff. Its exterior is delicately crisp, giving way to a velvety buttery interior.

Are you drooling, too?

Luckily, you’re only an hour or so away from that dreamy reality!

Check out these tips, then get cooking.

• Potato choice. Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes work best for Duchess potatoes. Russets will give you a fluffier texture, while Yukon Golds provide a creamier, richer result.
  • Prevent lumps. Use a potato ricer or food mill to mash the potatoes for the smoothest texture. If mashing by hand, be sure to mash thoroughly to remove any lumps – they won’t pipe as well if they’re lumpy.
  • Cool before mixing. Let the mashed potatoes cool slightly before mixing in the egg yolks, butter and cream. This prevents the eggs from scrambling and ruining the texture.
  • Season well. Be generous with salt and pepper to bring out the flavor of the potatoes. Taste them before baking.
  • Add herbs. Warm the cream in a saucepan with a sprig of thyme or rosemary. Set aside to steep, then remove the herbs before adding to the potatoes.
  • Pipe for presentation. Use a piping bag fitted with a large star tip to pipe the potatoes into elegant swirled mounds. This is the signature look of Duchess potatoes.
  • Flavor ideas. To customize the flavor of your Duchess potatoes, mix in roasted garlic or finely chopped herbs such as chives, parsley, or thyme. You could also try sprinkling cheese or bacon bits over them before baking.

How to Store

Are you hosting a dinner party or want to add a touch of sophistication to your weeknight meals?

These elegant spuds are the perfect way to turn an ordinary dinner into a royal feast.