Cheese Gougères
Cheese Gougères are light, airy French puff pastries filled with a rich, cheesy interior. These savory treats are perfect as appetizers, snacks, or part of a festive spread. Their golden, crispy exterior and melty cheese center will have everyone asking for more. Download now and master this classic French recipe with ease.
Ingredients
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups grated Gruyère cheese (or a mix of Gruyère and Parmesan)
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, milk, butter, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the butter has melted and the mixture begins to simmer.
- Add the flour all at once and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the dough comes together and pulls away from the sides of the pan. Continue stirring for another 2-3 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the dough cool slightly for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, stirring well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
- Stir in the grated Gruyère cheese, black pepper, and garlic powder, if using.
- Using a spoon or piping bag, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the gougères are puffed up, golden brown, and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm.
Notes
Optional: Serve with a dipping sauce, like a simple mustard or herbed cream cheese.