Blue Cheese Gougeres
Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly light and savory Blue Cheese Gougères—an elegant twist on the classic French cheese puff. Made with a simple choux pastry base, these airy bites are infused with the bold, tangy richness of crumbled blue cheese, giving them a sophisticated flavor that's perfect for entertaining. With a crisp, golden exterior and a soft, cheesy interior, these gougères come together in just 40 minutes, making them an impressive yet approachable appetizer. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of freshly ground black pepper, they pair wonderfully with a glass of wine or a festive spread. Whether served warm from the oven or at room temperature, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next gathering!
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Ingredients
- 125 ml Water
- 60 g Unsalted butter
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 75 g All-purpose flour
- 2 pcs Large eggs
- 60 g Blue cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the butter melts and the mixture begins to simmer.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and quickly stir in the flour using a wooden spoon. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a smooth dough that pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 4
Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and let it cool for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Crack one egg into the cooled dough and stir until fully incorporated. Repeat with the second egg. The dough should be smooth and slightly sticky.
Step 6
Fold in the crumbled blue cheese and black pepper until evenly distributed.
Step 7
Spoon or pipe tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8
Bake the gougères in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 425.4 grams (425.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1066 |
| Total Fat 79.30g | 102% |
| Saturated Fat 43.80g | 219% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 550mg | 183% |
| Sodium 2148mg | 93% |
| Total Carbohydrate 61.70g | 22% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.20g | 8% |
| Total Sugars 0.20g | |
| Protein 33.10g | 66% |
| Vitamin D 93IU | 465% |
| Calcium 411mg | 32% |
| Iron 6mg | 33% |
| Potassium 395mg | 8% |
Source of Calories