Gougeres recipe

Gougeres recipe

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Looking for a delicious and impressive appetizer? Look no further than this Gougeres recipe. Gougeres are light and airy French cheese puffs that are perfect for any occasion. With a crispy exterior and a cheesy, melt-in-your-mouth interior, these little bites are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply want to enjoy a savory snack, this Gougeres recipe is a must-try.

Keywords: Gougeres, appetizer, French, cheese puffs, crispy.

Gougeres recipe details

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Ingredients

250 ml	water
60 g	unsalted butter
125 g	plain flour
1 tsp	salt
4 large	eggs
225 g	Gruyere or Emmenthal cheese, finely grated

Instructions

Makes approximately 36.

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Place the water and butter in a medium saucepan over a medium-high heat. Bring to a boil and melt the butter, stirring 2 or 3 times. Lower the heat and stir in the flour and salt using a wooden spoon. Stir until the dough comes together, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Transfer the dough to a bowl and use an electric mixer on a medium speed to beat in the eggs, one at a time. Beat well after each addition. Beat in the cheese.

Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the baking sheet, or use a piping bag if you have one. Allow about 2 inches, 5cm of space around each ball – you will probably need 2 or 3 baking trays to complete the batch or allow about 10-15 minutes for the tray to cool before reuse.

Preheat the oven to Gas Mark 7, 220°C, 425°F.

Set the tray aside for about 15 minutes to allow the balls to dry slightly.

Bake for 12-15 minutes until puffed and golden. Remove from oven and cool for 2-3 minutes before removing from tray. Serve immediately.

Options: add ½-1 tsp fresh ground black pepper or 2 tsp finely chopped fresh thyme leaves to the cheese. Use a hard, mature Cheddar to substitute for the Swiss cheese.

Preparation time:
ca. 30 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a