Gruyère & Champagne Gougères
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Gruyère & Champagne Gougères—a French pastry that promises a light, airy texture filled with rich cheesy goodness. Perfect for brunch, dinner parties, or as an elegant snack, these gougères are sure to impress your guests and elevate any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup water
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- ¼ cup dry Champagne or sparkling wine
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring water and butter to a boil.
- Stir in the sifted flour until a cohesive ball forms and pulls away from the pan.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for about 5 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully combined.
- Gently fold in grated Gruyère cheese and Champagne.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pipe or spoon dollops of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: - Feel free to customize by adding herbs like thyme or rosemary for added flavor. - You can substitute Gruyère with aged cheddar or goat cheese for different tastes. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days; reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-7 minutes.