Ingredients
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- 1 cup Water (Use unsalted water for optimal flavor enhancement.)
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (Can substitute with salted butter but reduce added salt.)
- 1 cup All-purpose Flour (Gluten-free flour can be used for a gluten-free option.)
- 4 Large Eggs (Room temperature eggs will mix in better.)
- 1 cup Grated Gruyère Cheese (Substitute with cheddar for a sharper taste.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste if using salted butter.)
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (White pepper can be used for a smoother texture.)
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg (optional)(This adds warmth and depth of flavor.)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Combine in a saucepan, water, butter, and salt; bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Stir in flour until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Cool slightly for 5-10 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
- Incorporate grated Gruyère cheese, black pepper, and nutmeg if using, until evenly distributed.
- Shape spoonfuls of the batter onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
Notes
Ensure the water and butter mixture reaches a rolling boil before adding flour; this activates the gluten. Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized puffs, and avoid opening the oven door while baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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