This recipe for Gougères, also known as Choux Pastry Cheese Puffs, creates light, airy, and cheesy bites perfect for a snack or appetizer. With a hint of nutmeg and black pepper, these puffs are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

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Ingredients

Servings: 10

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1 cup (235g) water or milk

6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, cut into roughly 1/2-inch cubes

1/2 teaspoon (2g) Diamond Crystal kosher salt; for table salt use half as much by volume or the same weight

4 1/2 ounces (128g) all-purpose flour, sifted

4 large eggs

4 ounces (115g) finely grated Gruyère cheese, plus more for sprinkling

Pinch freshly grated nutmeg

Pinch freshly ground black pepper

Egg wash made from 1 large egg whisked with 1 tablespoon (15ml) water; or nonstick cooking spray

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

229kcal

11%
Fat

15g

0%
Saturated Fat

8g

0%
Carbohydrates

14g

0%
Fiber

0g

0%
Sugar

0g

0%
Protein

8g

0%
Cholesterol

93mg

4%
Sodium

209mg

10%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Gougères (Choux Pastry Cheese Puffs)

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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