Cheese Puffs–Gougeres

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11

Delicious Cheese Puffs - Gougeres recipe for your afternoon tea or any time snack

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

183

Sugar

Fat

15g

Cheese Puffs-Gougeres are traditional French pastries that have been enjoyed for centuries. They are a simple dish, but their light and crispy texture make them incredibly popular. These pastry bites are filled with gruyere cheese, which gives them a delicious, savory flavor that pairs perfectly with wine. Cheese Puffs-Gougeres are a staple snack in many French households and have even gained popularity in other countries. You can serve these snacks as an appetizer or have them as a meal too. Kids love them, and they are perfect for a party snack as well. They are easy and quick to make and taste delicious with every bite.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200 Celsius. Grease the baking sheet.
2.	In a medium saucepan, bring water, salt, and butter to a boil. Remove the pan from the heat and add flour. Mix it with a spoon.
3.	Then put the pan back on the heat and stir continuously until the dough pulls away from the sides and forms a ball.
4.	Put the dough into a bowl. Add the eggs one at a time and mix well after each egg. Gently add grated gruyere cheese.
5.	Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
6.	Brush the puff with egg and salt glaze. Sprinkle grated cheese on top.
7.	Bake 15 minutes. Reduce the heat to 180 Celsius and bake for another 20 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

These Cheese Puffs-Gougeres are really easy to make.
With their cheesy flavor and light texture, they make the perfect appetizer or snack.

CONS

Cheese Puffs-Gougeres are not really healthy as they are made with butter and cheese.
These types of snacks are not recommended for consumption on a regular basis.
These snacks need to be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cheese contains calcium, which supports bone health and is important for nerve function. It also contains protein and vitamin B12 which are good for energy levels. However, consuming a high amount of cheese can also result in weight gain and high cholesterol levels. Gruyere cheese has zinc and vitamin B12 that are important for boosting mood and maintaining healthy nerve function.

	1 cup water
	3/4 teaspoon salt
	1/2 cup butter , cut into cubes
	1 cup all-purpose flour
	4 -5 eggs
	4 ounces gruyere cheese
	1 egg , beaten ( to mix with 1/2 teaspoon salt , for glaze )
	2 -3 tablespoons grated gruyere cheese