Dairy-Free Gratin Dauphinois

Indulge in the creamy, savory delight of Dairy-Free Gratin Dauphinois, a plant-based twist on the classic French dish that's sure to impress. This recipe swaps traditional cream and cheese for a luscious blend of unsweetened almond milk, coconut cream, and nutritional yeast, creating a velvety sauce with a subtle nutty flavor. Tender slices of Russet potatoes are layered with this aromatic sauce, infused with garlic, fresh thyme, nutmeg, and black pepper, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect for vegans or those avoiding dairy, this comforting side dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or your favorite protein. Easy to prepare and completely dairy-free, it's a must-try for anyone craving a rich and satisfying gratin without compromise!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Russet potatoes
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup Coconut cream
• 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the potatoes into rounds about 1/8 inch thick. Use a mandoline if you have one for even slices.

Step 3

Finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Add the almond milk and coconut cream to the saucepan, stirring to combine.

Step 6

Whisk in the nutritional yeast, cornstarch, thyme, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg until the mixture is smooth.

Step 7

Continue to cook the sauce, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Layer half of the potato slices in an even layer in a greased 9x9 inch (or similar) baking dish.

Step 9

Pour half of the sauce over the potatoes, spreading it to cover them evenly.

Step 10

Add the remaining potato slices in another layer and top with the rest of the sauce.

Step 11

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and continue baking for another 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.

Step 13

Allow the gratin to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Step 14

Garnish with additional fresh thyme before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1471.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1838.2

Total Fat 59.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2853.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 131.7g
Protein 35.4g	0%

Vitamin D 175.7IU	0%
Calcium 977.2mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 4631.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.6%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 63.8%