Creamy Scalloped Potato Bake 🥔🧀
The Ultimate Cheesy Comfort Food Recipe
If you’re looking for the perfect side dish that’s rich, creamy, and irresistibly cheesy, this Creamy Scalloped Potato Bake is exactly what you need. Made with tender Yukon Gold potatoes, a luscious garlic cream sauce, and layers of melted cheese, this classic dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for family dinners, holidays, or special occasions.
Whether you’re cooking for guests or simply craving comfort food, this easy scalloped potatoes recipe will become your go-to favorite.
🥔 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ultra creamy and cheesy texture
Simple ingredients you probably already have
Perfect for holidays like Thanksgiving or Christmas
Easy step-by-step method for beginners
Golden, bubbly top with tender layers inside
🧾 Ingredients for Creamy Scalloped Potatoes
2.2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (about ⅛ inch)
1½ cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
½ cup Gruyère cheese, grated
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing)
1 tsp dried thyme
¼ tsp freshly grated nutmeg
1½ tsp salt
½ tsp white pepper
👩🍳 How to Make Scalloped Potato Bake
- Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with butter to prevent sticking. - Prepare the Cream Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and milk, then add thyme, nutmeg, salt, and white pepper. Stir gently and heat without letting it boil. - Layer the Potatoes
Arrange a layer of thinly sliced potatoes in the baking dish.
Pour some of the cream mixture over the potatoes and sprinkle with cheddar and Gruyère cheese.
Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of cheese on top. - Bake to Perfection
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25–30 minutes, until the top is golden, bubbly, and slightly crispy. - Rest and Serve
Let the dish rest for 10–15 minutes before serving. This helps the sauce thicken and set perfectly.
✨ Pro Tips for the Best Scalloped Potatoes
Slice potatoes evenly for uniform cooking
Use Yukon Gold potatoes for the creamiest texture
Don’t boil the cream mixture—it should stay smooth
Add Parmesan cheese on top for extra crispiness
Sprinkle paprika for a hint of
