If you love creamy potato gratin but don't want to make an entire casserole, these Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Mini Potato Gratin Stacks are a perfect little alternative. Thin slices of potato are layered with cream, cheese, and butter, then baked in muffin cups until tender, golden, and beautifully crisp around the edges.
Each stack gives you the best parts of a traditional potato gratin in an individual portion. The tops become lightly browned and cheesy while the layers underneath turn soft and creamy.
They're simple enough for a weeknight dinner but attractive enough for a holiday table, dinner party, or special Sunday meal.
Ingredients
You only need four main ingredients:
2 pounds Yukon Gold or russet potatoes, peeled
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded Gruyère or sharp cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons butter, melted
You'll also want a little salt and black pepper for seasoning, if desired. These basic seasonings don't change the simple nature of the recipe, but they help bring out the flavor of the potatoes and cheese.
How to Make Mini Potato Gratin Stacks
1. Prepare the oven and muffin pan
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
Generously butter a standard 12-cup muffin pan, making sure to coat the bottoms and sides of each cup. This helps prevent the potato stacks from sticking.
2. Slice the potatoes
