Recipe
Posted on January 27, 2020 by Domaine Artefact

Classic Gourgeres

Here is an easy and classic recipe for Gourgeres compliments of Cooks Atelier (these are a perfectly French way to kick start a dinner party!)

Recipe for Classic Gourgeres

Makes 20 puffs
1 hour Total Time

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sifted unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 5 eggs
  • 1 ½ cups grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or Gruyère cheese

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°. Lightly butter a baking sheet.

2.Combine the milk, butter, and salt in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Remove the pan from the heat and add flour all at once (you can add a little thyme, dash of cayenne or fresh herbs for a savory twist!). Whisk vigorously for a few moments, then return the pan to medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the batter has thickened and is pulling away from the sides and bottom of the pan, 5 minutes or less. This step is key- we learned the dough should be nice and shiny.

3.Remove the pan from the heat and stir in 4 eggs, one at a time, making certain the first egg is completely incorporated before adding the second. Then stir in the grated cheese.

4.Drop the batter by tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the puffs at least 1 inch apart. Tip: we used a pastry bag to pipe onto parchment paper shape the batter to look “like little snail shells”.

5.Beat the remaining egg in a small bowl. Brush the tops of the puffs with the beaten egg and sprinkle with additional Parmigiano-Reggiano.

6.Set the baking sheet on the center rack of the over, reduce the heat to 350°, and bake until the gougeres are puffed and well browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve immediately.