Gougères (French Cheese Puffs)

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Sestavine

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1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Combine the water, butter, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

   Približno 2 min

3. 3

   Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, ensuring the butter is fully melted.

   Približno 1 min

4. 4

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately add all of the flour at once.

5. 5

   Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.

   Približno 1 min

   Kuharjeva opomba: This step is crucial for developing the choux pastry.

6. 6

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

   Približno 2 min

7. 7

   Transfer the dough to a large bowl and let it cool for about 5 minutes.

   Približno 5 min

   Kuharjeva opomba: Cooling prevents the eggs from scrambling.

8. 8

   Gradually add the beaten egg to the dough, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.

   Približno 3 min

   Kuharjeva opomba: The dough should be smooth and glossy, falling slowly from the spoon in a 'V' shape.

9. 9

   Stir in the Gruyère cheese, black pepper, and optional nutmeg until just combined.

   Približno 1 min

10. 10

    Using a pastry bag or two spoons, drop rounded spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.

    Približno 5 min

    Kuharjeva opomba: Aim for uniform sizes for even baking.

11. 11

    Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 180°C (350°F) and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes.

    Približno 25 min

    Kuharjeva opomba: Do not open the oven door during the first 15 minutes of baking.

12. 12

    The gougères are done when they are puffed, golden brown, and feel light when lifted.

13. 13

    Serve warm immediately.