Air fryer dauphinoise potatoes
Air fryer dauphinoise potatoes transform a classic French dish into a quicker, more convenient version. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes cook with cream, onion, and garlic for the ultimate creamy food delight. It is indulgent yet surprisingly easy to prepare whenever you crave something satisfying.
Ingredients
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900 g
Potatoes
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1
Onion
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3
Garlic cloves
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500 ml
Cooking cream
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1 tsp
Salt
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½ tsp
Black pepper
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35 g
Cheese, grated
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Instructions
Recipe tips
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For dauphinoise potatoes, stick with waxy types like Yukon Gold, Charlotte, or red potatoes. These types hold their shape while cooking, so you get those lovely creamy layers, as they soak up all the cream. As a bonus, Yukon Golds have a naturally buttery flavour that pairs beautifully with the cream and cheese.
Do not rush the cream, but let it simmer gently with the potatoes, onion, and garlic for around 10 minutes. This gives the cream time to soak up all those savoury flavours while also softening the potatoes, so they cook faster and more evenly in the air fryer. Remember to stir now and then to stop it catching.
Air fryers can heat unevenly, so give the dish a helping hand by stirring or rotating the potatoes as they cook. It is okay to pause the cooking a couple of times during the first 15 minutes at 180 °C – this helps everything cook evenly and stops the top from browning too quickly. Once the cheese goes on, leave it undisturbed so it can melt and crisp into a proper gratin topping.
FAQ: Questions about air fryer dauphinoise potatoes
First time making air fryer dauphinoise potatoes? Our FAQ section covers the most frequently asked questions to help you with this dish.
How thin should I slice the potatoes?
Slice the potatoes about 0.3 cm thick. That way, they cook evenly and soak up the creamy sauce. Use a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer to get even slices. If the slices release starch or darken, soak them in cold water for 10–15 minutes, then pat them dry before combining them with the cream, onions, and garlic.
How do I know when the dauphinoise potatoes are cooked?
The dauphinoise potatoes are cooked when you can insert a sharp knife into the potatoes and it slides through easily without resistance. Look for bubbling cream around the edges and a cheese crust that is golden and browned on top. The potatoes should be fork-tender, and the cream thickened with no excess liquid left.
Can I freeze dauphinoise potatoes?
No, it is not recommended, as there is a high chance the cream will split once frozen and reheated. The texture can become grainy and watery instead of smooth and creamy. If you do decide to freeze them, make sure the potatoes are fully cooked and cooled first, and store them in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to a month. Reheat gently in the air fryer at 160–180 °C, adding a splash of cream or extra cheese to help restore the richness.
Nutritional values
Nutritional value, per
813 Kcal
| Fibre | - | 21.2 gram fibers |
| Protein | 13.6 | 27.2 gram |
| Fat | 7.2 | 6.6 gram |
| Carbohydrates | 79.2 | 158.6 gram |
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Simple and easy air fryer dauphinoise potatoes
Dauphinoise potatoes are a French classic made with creamy layers of thinly sliced potatoes. With the help of the air fryer, you can enjoy this comforting dish in less than half the time it usually takes in the oven. Simmering the potatoes in cream first and then finishing them under the hot air of the fryer yields a quick and deeply satisfying dish.
Creamy and tender potatoes
Thinly sliced potatoes simmer gently in cream with onion and garlic until they soften and soak up all the savoury flavours. As they cook, the cream thickens and coats each layer, giving the potatoes a rich, well-rounded taste. In the air fryer, the potatoes turn wonderfully creamy and tender, just like the classic version, only quicker and easier.
With a beautiful golden cheese crust on top
The crowning glory of air fryer dauphinoise potatoes is the irresistible cheese layer. Added about halfway through cooking, it melts and bubbles under the air fryer’s heat, forming a golden crust with crisp edges. Beneath the surface, you will find soft, creamy layers that make every bite worth the wait.
Cook a big portion for the whole family
Bring this air fryer dauphinoise potato gratin to the table and watch it disappear fast. This is a side that gets the job done, especially when paired with rich meats. It pairs perfectly with lemon-roasted chicken, air fryer roast lamb, or roast beef, soaking up the savoury juices from the meat.
You can place it on a festive table beside a glazed ham just as easily as on a Sunday dinner spread. Its indulgent creaminess makes it the side that ties the whole meal together. And if you are looking for other air fryer sides, go ahead and try air fryer broccoli, air fryer cabbage, or air fryer Hasselback potatoes.
Make a few changes of your own
Although traditional in style, this air fryer dauphinoise potatoes recipe is easy to adapt. You can swap the grated cheese for a sharper option, such as Gruyère or mature Cheddar. Add a sprinkle of nutmeg to the cream for a warming touch, or fold in fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to give it an aromatic note. For a slightly lighter version, try using half cream and half milk. With just a few tweaks, you can tailor your dauphinoise potatoes to suit any taste.
