Thyme Gougeres

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Thyme Gougeres: A Savory and Cheesy French Pastry

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/4 cup unsalted butter
	1 cup all-purpose flour
	1 large pinch cayenne pepper
	1 large pinch kosher salt
	1 cup gruyere cheese , grated ( plus 3 tbsp . )
	1/2 cup asiago cheese , grated
	2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves ( plus more for garnish )
	5 large eggs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

128

Sugar

Fat

10g

Thyme Gougeres originated in France and are a classic example of a savory choux pastry. They can be served as an appetizer or snack and are often accompanied by a glass of wine or champagne. The addition of thyme gives Thyme Gougeres a unique and fresh flavor that pairs well with savory ingredients like meats and cheeses or sweet ingredients like honey and fruit. Thyme Gougeres are easy to make and are a hit with any crowd.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 425°F / 220°C.
2.	In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, cayenne pepper, and kosher salt with 1 cup of water. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat until the butter is melted.
3.	Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon until smooth and the dough comes together in a ball.
4.	Add in the grated Gruyere and Asiago cheeses, thyme, and 4 of the eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
5.	Place the dough in a piping bag with a 1/2 inch round tip. Pipe the dough onto a non-stick baking sheet in small mounds about 2 inches apart.
6.	In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining egg with 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the top of each gougere and sprinkle with the remaining Gruyere cheese.
7.	Bake for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves and serve warm or at room temperature.

PROS

Thyme Gougeres are a delicious and versatile pastry that can be served as an appetizer or snack.

They are crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside, and have a subtle taste of thyme.

They can be easily made ahead of time and reheated.

CONS

Thyme Gougeres are high in fat and calories due to the use of butter and cheese.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although not particularly healthy, Thyme Gougeres contain some nutritional benefits.
Cheese is a good source of protein, calcium, and phosphorus.
Thyme has been linked to supporting respiratory health and reducing inflammation.
However, due to the high fat and calorie content, Thyme Gougeres should be eaten sparingly.