Dairy-Free Scalloped Potatoes Recipe (Gluten-Free)

This dairy-free scalloped potatoes recipe is pure comfort food. The layers of tender sliced potatoes baked in a savory creamy white sauce make these potatoes extra special. These delicious potatoes take a while to bake so they’re perfect for weekends or for a special meal.

Do you peel scalloped potatoes?

It’s up to you. Some recipes call for them to be peeled, not peeled, or even peeled in stripes lengthwise so there are small sections of the peel on each slice. I prefer to peel my scalloped potatoes. But it’s totally up to you.

What’s the difference between scalloped potatoes and au gratin potatoes?

Scalloped potatoes are baked with a white sauce and au gratin potatoes are baked with a cheese sauce. You’ll find a lot of recipes for scalloped potatoes that add cheese too, but traditionally it doesn’t contain cheese.

How to Make Dairy-Free Scalloped Potatoes from scratch:

Melt dairy-free buttery spread in a large skillet. I use Smart Balance. Then add chopped onion and cook until onions are translucent around 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Next stir in crushed garlic and cornstarch. Cook for 1-2 minutes until thickened.

Continue to stir while slowly pouring in the almond milk and chicken broth.

Continue cooking the sauce over medium heat for several minutes until it thickens. Stir frequently. Remove from heat and set aside while you peel and thinly slice the potatoes.

Preheat oven to 350°. Spray a 9×13 casserole dish with cooking spray. Spread a small amount of white sauce in the bottom of the pan and then layer with a third of the sliced potatoes. Spoon about a third of the white sauce over the potatoes.

Repeat layers of potatoes and sauce. Spread the last layer of sauce over the potatoes being sure to have them all covered. Cover baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and place in the oven to bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 45 minutes. Then broil for 3-4 minutes to get a golden top.

Remove from oven. Optional: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top.

How to make sure your scalloped potatoes are soft and tender?

Start with thinly sliced potatoes and allow enough time for them to thoroughly bake, 45 minutes covered and 45 minutes uncovered, and then a couple of minutes under the broiler.

More Dairy-Free and Gluten-Free Side Dishes You’ll Love:

Baked Beans with Smoked Sausage
Easy Corn Salad
Dairy-Free Cheesy Cauliflower Rice
Sweet Potato Casserole
Broccoli Salad with Grapes

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