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These delightful, mouthwatering cheese pastries are based on the classic choux pastry.

Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time30 Min

Ready In45 MinDifficulty LevelMedium

Health IndexAverageServings6

CuisineFrenchCourseAppetizer

TasteSavourFeelLight and Airy

MethodBakingSpecialityPart of Menu

VegetarianLacto Ovo VegetarianMain IngredientCheese

Interest GroupClassic

Ingredients

3/4 cup water

1/2 tsp salt

3 Tbs unsalted butter

3/4 cup flour

3 eggs

1.5 cups grated gruyere cheese (or other hard cheese)

Directions

Combine water, salt and butter in a medium pan over high heat. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat and add the flour stirring
constantly until combined. Return pan to low heat and stir well until mixture is smooth and pulls away from the sides of
the pan. remove from heat, add eggs - one at a time, stirring vigorously after each addition, beat until mixture is smooth and
glossy. Add cheese and stir to incorporate. Drop by teaspoonfuls on a greased baking sheet and bake at 350 for 30 mins. Serve warm.
You can bake these ahead and freeze for up to 3 months, then defrost and crisp in a preheated 400 oven for 3 mins.

Editors Review

Creativity cannot be measured in volumes and these classic gougere miniatures prove that. In this recipe video Maria makes this classic dish and chooses a different size for a change, but it proves to be a great twist. They look more appetizing and taste better. I believe that is why they say they eat with your eyes first. Check out the video for quick directions.