Gougère Bourguignonne (Cheesy Bread-Pastry from Burgundy

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Cheesy Gougère Bourguignonne recipe from Burgundy

Gougère Bourguignonne (Cheesy Bread-Pastry from Burgundy

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

10-12

Calories

189

Sugar

Fat

14g

Gougère Bourguignonne is a classic French dish, originating in the Burgundy region of France. These cheesy, airy pastries can be eaten as an appetizer, snack, or part of a meal. Made with gruyere cheese and butter, they are easy to prepare and perfect for sharing. The simple, yet delicious combination of flavors and textures are sure to satisfy any craving for a savory and cheesy snack.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200°C and butter a baking sheet.
2.	Over medium-high heat, melt the 75g butter in a pot with 250ml water and the salt. Once boiling, add the flour and stir the mixture on the heat until it begins to come together into a thick ball.
3.	Remove the pot from the heat and add the eggs one by one, mixing quickly to incorporate each egg into the dough.
4.	Grate the 50g piece of gruyere cheese and mix it together with the grated gruyere cheese into the dough.
5.	Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the gougères are puffed up and golden brown.

PROS

Crunchy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside.

Quick and easy to make, perfect for an afternoon snack or appetizer at a party.

CONS

These pastries are high in calories and fat.

Because they are made with cheese and butter, they should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Though not particularly healthy, these savory pastries can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
They are a good source of protein and calcium, which can help to build and strengthen bones and muscles.

	50 g piece gruyere
	150 g grated gruyere
	75 g butter , plus a bit more for the pan
	120 g flour
	3 large eggs
	1/2 teaspoon salt