Gougères au chèvre is a classic French recipe that is perfect for an afternoon with friends or family. These delicious little cheese puffs are a great appetizer or snack, and they’re surprisingly easy to make. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make the perfect gougères au chèvre, step by step.
Gougères au chèvre recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) of milk
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) of water
- 1 stick (4 oz or 113g) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (140g) all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup (120g) grated goat cheese
- 1 teaspoon of thyme or other fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, bring the milk, water, butter, and salt to a boil over medium heat. Lower the heat and add the flour, stirring constantly, until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Remove the pot from the heat and add one egg at a time, stirring well after each addition. Add the goat cheese and herbs, and stir well.
- Using a small spoon or a piping bag, place dollops of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each dollop.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the gougères are puffed and golden brown.
Enjoy your delicious gougères au chèvre, and impress your friends and family with your French culinary skills!
