Gougeres with Cheese and Scallions
Gougeres are delightful little French pastries that are perfect for a variety of occasions. These puffy cheese puffs are not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile. This particular recipe for Gougeres with Cheese and Scallions adds a savory twist with scallions and a blend of white and medium cheddar cheeses. Whether you serve them as an appetizer, a snack, or a party treat, these gougeres will surely impress your guests with their light texture and cheesy flavor.
What You’ll Love About This Recipe
When you bite into a freshly baked gougere, you are met with a crispy exterior and a soft, airy interior. The combination of cheeses creates a rich flavor, while the scallions add a subtle oniony sweetness. Here are some aspects that make this recipe stand out:
- Quick to prepare, taking less than an hour from start to finish.
- Perfect for gatherings, as they can be made ahead of time and served warm or at room temperature.
- Customizable with your choice of cheese or additional herbs.
- A delightful fusion of textures and flavors in every bite.
Ingredient Rundown
To create these scrumptious Gougeres with Cheese and Scallions, gather the following ingredients:
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup medium cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup scallions, white and green parts minced
Prep & Cook Tools
Before you start, make sure you have these tools handy:
- Medium saucepan – for boiling water and butter.
- Mixing bowl – to combine the flour and eggs.
- Wooden spoon or spatula – for stirring the dough.
- Piping bag or zip-top bag – for piping the gougeres onto the baking sheet.
- Baking sheet – lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Oven – preheated to 400°F (200°C) for baking.
How to Prepare Gougeres with Cheese and Scallions
Follow these step-by-step instructions to create your Gougeres with Cheese and Scallions:
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, ½ cup of unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Step 2: Add the Flour
Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and add 1 cup of all-purpose flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Step 3: Incorporate the Eggs
Let the dough cool for about 5 minutes. Then, add 4 eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
Step 4: Mix in the Cheeses and Scallions
Gently fold in 1 cup of shredded white cheddar, 1 cup of shredded medium cheddar, and ½ cup of minced scallions until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 5: Pipe the Gougeres
Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip, or use a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe 1-inch rounds onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 6: Bake
Bake the gougeres
Gougeres with Cheese and Scallions
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, ½ cup of unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and add 1 cup of all-purpose flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Let the dough cool for about 5 minutes. Then, add 4 eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
- Gently fold in 1 cup of shredded white cheddar, 1 cup of shredded medium cheddar, and ½ cup of minced scallions until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip, or use a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe 1-inch rounds onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the gougeres in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) until golden brown.
Notes
- Gougeres can be made ahead and frozen before baking for quick appetizers.
- Experiment with different cheeses for varied flavors.
- Serve warm or at room temperature for best taste.
