These light and airy French cheese puffs are made with a classic choux pastry, loaded with Gruyère or Comté cheese, and baked until golden and crisp. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or paired with wine!
Ingredients 🛒
1 cup water 💧
1/2 cup unsalted butter 🧈
1/2 tsp salt 🧂
1/4 tsp black pepper 🌟
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional) ✨
1 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
4 large eggs 🥚
1 1/4 cups shredded Gruyère, Comté, or sharp cheddar cheese 🧀
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for extra depth) 🌿
1 tbsp fresh chives or thyme, finely chopped (optional) 🌿
Instructions 👩🍳
1️⃣ Preheat & Prep:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Make the Choux Pastry Dough:
In a saucepan, heat water, butter, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg over medium heat until butter melts.
Add flour all at once, stirring quickly with a wooden spoon until the dough pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously to remove excess moisture.
Transfer dough to a mixing bowl and let cool slightly for 5 minutes.
3️⃣ Add Eggs & Cheese:
Beat in eggs, one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next.
Stir in cheese, Dijon mustard (if using), and fresh herbs. The dough should be smooth and slightly sticky.
4️⃣ Shape the Gougères:
Using a piping bag or two spoons, drop 1-inch mounds of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Optionally, sprinkle with extra cheese on top for extra crispiness.
5️⃣ Bake & Serve:
Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.
Serve warm, paired with wine, soups, or charcuterie boards.
Serving Suggestions 🍽
Pair with a crisp white wine like Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc.
Serve alongside French onion soup or a cheese platter.
Make it gourmet by adding a pinch of truffle salt for extra depth!
Details:
Prep Time ⏱: 10 minutes
Cook Time ⏱: 30 minutes
Total Time ⏱: 40 minutes
Servings 🍽: 20-24 puffs
These Gougères au Fromage are crispy, cheesy, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious—a perfect French-inspired appetizer to impress your guests! 🇫🇷🧀🥂✨
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