Gougeres

Elevate your appetizer game with irresistible gougères, light and airy cheese puffs that hail from the heart of French cuisine. These golden bites are made with a classic pâte à choux dough, enriched with the nutty, savory flavor of shredded Gruyère cheese. Perfectly crisp on the outside and delicately tender inside, gougères get their subtle depth from a hint of freshly ground black pepper and optional nutmeg. Easy to prepare yet elegant enough for any occasion, this recipe will have your guests swooning, whether served warm from the oven or at room temperature. Ideal for everything from cocktail parties to holiday gatherings, these cheesy delights are sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 120 ml Water
• 60 g Unsalted butter
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 75 g All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 75 g Gruyère cheese (shredded)
• 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Nutmeg (optional, freshly grated)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the butter has melted and the mixture begins to boil.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a smooth dough. This should take about 1-2 minutes.

Step 4

Return the saucepan to low heat and continue stirring for another 1-2 minutes to dry out the dough slightly. You’ll know it’s ready when the dough pulls away from the sides of the pan and forms a cohesive ball.

Step 5

Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Let it cool for 3-5 minutes, or until it’s just warm to the touch.

Step 6

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. The dough should become smooth, glossy, and slightly sticky.

Step 7

Stir in the shredded Gruyère cheese, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using) until evenly incorporated.

Step 8

Using a piping bag fitted with a round tip or a small spoon, pipe or drop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Optionally, sprinkle a little extra shredded Gruyère on top of each gougère for extra cheesiness.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the gougères are puffed, golden brown, and feel dry to the touch.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	435.9 grams (435.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1169

Total Fat 86.20g	111%
Saturated Fat 47.50g	238%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 590mg	197%
Sodium 1872mg	81%
Total Carbohydrate 58.90g	21%
Dietary Fiber 2.30g	8%
Total Sugars 0.80g
Protein 43.20g	86%

Vitamin D 87IU	433%
Calcium 848mg	65%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 301mg	6%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.5%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 19.9%