Mini Dauphinoise Potato Gratins
Mini Dauphinoise Potato Gratins are individual servings of creamy, cheesy goodness that combine the comfort of home-cooked meals with a touch of French elegance. These bite-sized gratins feature thinly sliced russet potatoes layered with garlic-infused heavy cream and Gruyère cheese, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, these mini delights will leave your taste buds craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large Russet potatoes (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for greasing)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin with butter.
- Slice Russet potatoes thinly (about 1/8 inch thick).
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Layer potato slices in greased muffin tin, pouring cream mixture over each layer and sprinkling Gruyère cheese generously between layers.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until tops are golden brown and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gratin (85g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: - For a twist, substitute sweet potatoes or add herbs like rosemary or thyme. - Crispy bacon bits or sautéed mushrooms make excellent additions between layers. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat covered in the oven to maintain moisture.