Description
Gougères are delightful cheese puffs that are perfect for appetizers, brunch, or casual dinners. Quick to prepare and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- ½ cup butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup grated cheese (like Gruyère or Comté)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- A pinch of pepper and possibly some nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a saucepan, combine the water, butter, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Add the flour all at once and stir vigorously until you have a smooth dough that pulls away from the sides.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly. Then, incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth and glossy.
- Stir in the grated cheese and, if desired, a pinch of nutmeg to enhance the flavors.
- Use two spoons or a pastry bag to drop small mounds of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Top with extra cheese if desired.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden and puffed. Resist the temptation to open the oven too soon or they may deflate.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese to suit your taste. If your dough is a bit too runny, don’t panic! An extra teaspoon of flour can work wonders.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: gougères, cheese puffs, French appetizers