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Gougeres

Cultural Context

Gougeres are a classic French pastry made from choux dough combined with cheese. They are often served as an appetizer or snack and are popular at celebrations and gatherings. Their light, airy texture and cheesy flavor make them a favorite in French cuisine, often enjoyed with wine or as part of a larger meal.

FrenchFRappetizer
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs
1 cup grated gruyere cheese
1 teaspoon flor de sel

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

1

Start with a heavy bottom saucepan.

2

Add water, butter, and salt; bring to a boil until butter is melted.

3

Add flour and stir with a wooden spoon until it forms a dough that pulls away from the sides.

4

Add eggs one at a time, stirring after each addition until fully incorporated.

5

Stir in gruyere cheese until melted and well incorporated.

6

Transfer the dough into a pastry bag.

7

Pipe out rounds about the size of a quarter onto a baking sheet.

8

Lightly tap each round with a spoon dipped in water to smooth the edges.

9

Sprinkle thyme leaves on top and add flor de sel salt.

10

Freeze the tray overnight or for about 4 hours.

11

When ready to bake, bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

saucepanmixing bowlbaking sheetparchment paperwhisk

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Cheese PuffsChoux au Fromage
Local Name: Gougères

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