Tartine's Gougeres Choux Au Fromage French Style Cheese Puffs

Delightfully light, airy, and irresistibly cheesy, Tartine's Gougères Choux Au Fromage are a quintessential French-style cheese puff made with rich Gruyère and a touch of nutmeg for warmth. These elegant bites begin with a classic pâte à choux dough, expertly crafted to achieve the perfect balance of crisp exteriors and soft, creamy interiors. The addition of freshly ground black pepper elevates the flavor profile, making these savory treats ideal for cocktail parties, holiday gatherings, or indulgent appetizers. Ready in under an hour and serving up to 24 puffs, this recipe combines traditional French techniques with simple ingredients for an unforgettable crowd-pleaser. Serve them warm and watch them disappear in seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 125 ml Water
• 125 ml Whole milk
• 115 grams Unsalted butter
• 1 tsp Kosher salt
• 140 grams All-purpose flour
• 4 pieces Large eggs
• 115 grams Gruyère cheese (shredded)
• 0.5 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Freshly grated nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Immediately remove the saucepan from heat and add the flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the dough comes together and pulls away from the sides of the pan.

Step 4

Return the pan to low heat and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes to dry out the dough slightly.

Step 5

Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. Begin beating in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. The mixture should become smooth and shiny.

Step 6

Stir in the Gruyère cheese, black pepper, and nutmeg.

Step 7

Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a round tip or use a tablespoon to form small mounds (about 1-inch each) on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the gougères are puffed and golden brown. Avoid opening the oven door during the first 15 minutes of baking.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy immediately or reheat in a warm oven before serving if made in advance.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(688.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1678.3

Total Fat 160.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1145.2mg	0%
Sodium 1760.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g	0%
Total Sugars 6.7g
Protein 63.5g	0%

Vitamin D 223.6IU	0%
Calcium 1472.4mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 603.8mg	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: 82.8%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 2.6%