Ruth Reichl's Gougeres Yummy Cheese Puffs Great for Holiday

Elevate your holiday gatherings with Ruth Reichl's Gougères, irresistibly airy cheese puffs that blend sophistication with simplicity. Made from a classic pâte à choux dough, these golden bites are infused with the nutty richness of Gruyère cheese and a hint of black pepper, with optional nutmeg for a warm, aromatic touch. Perfectly crisp on the outside and luxuriously tender within, these gougères are easy to prepare in under 40 minutes and serve a crowd of 24. Whether enjoyed warm out of the oven or at room temperature, they make an elegant appetizer or party snack that pairs beautifully with wine or festive cocktails. Impress your guests with this timeless French-inspired recipe that’s as delightful as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup Water
• 8 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 4 Large eggs
• 1 cup Gruyère cheese (grated)
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg (optional, freshly grated)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the water, butter, and salt. Heat until the butter melts and the mixture comes to a boil.

Step 3

Lower the heat to medium-low and quickly stir in the flour all at once using a wooden spoon. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and let it cool for 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. The dough should be smooth and shiny when all the eggs are incorporated.

Step 6

Stir in the grated Gruyère cheese, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using).

Step 7

Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to drop rounded mounds of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each mound.

Step 8

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the gougères are puffed and golden brown. Do not open the oven door while baking, as this could cause them to deflate.

Step 9

Remove them from the oven and cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(794.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2016.2

Total Fat 153.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1112mg	0%
Sodium 1695.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 0.3g
Protein 69.3g	0%

Vitamin D 184IU	0%
Calcium 1170.2mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 516.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.5%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 18.9%