Gougeres
6 servings
50 minutes
Gougeres are exquisite French cheese puffs from the Burgundy region. They have a delicate airy structure due to choux pastry and a rich creamy cheese flavor with a hint of mustard and pepper spiciness. Gougeres are traditionally served as an aperitif with wine; they can be enjoyed as a standalone snack or an accompaniment to main dishes. After baking, they become golden and crispy on the outside while remaining soft and chewy inside. At the end of preparation, the puffs are brushed with aromatic garlic and herb butter, giving them a special spiciness. They are perfect for festive tables or cozy family dinners, turning an ordinary day into a gastronomic delight.
1
Heat milk and butter in a saucepan until boiling.
- Milk: 1 glass
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
2
Add flour, salt, and pepper, and mix everything thoroughly.
- Wheat flour: 1 glass
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Remove from heat, mix well and place on medium heat, stirring for a couple of minutes.
4
Cool slightly and beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
5
Then add cheese and mustard. Line the baking tray with parchment paper.
- Grated hard cheese: 1 glass
- Mustard: 1 teaspoon
6
Using two teaspoons, place the gougères on the baking sheet with a small distance between them.
7
Place the baking tray in a preheated oven at 220 degrees, and when the buns rise, reduce the temperature to 190 degrees and bake for another 12 minutes until golden brown.
8
Heat the oil with garlic (can be done in the microwave), add herbs, and brush the gougères.
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Chopped parsley: 1 tablespoon