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Pate a Choux Recipe and Cheese Puffs

This Pate a Choux Recipe makes heavenly cheese puffs that are light, airy, and utterly delicious!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: French

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 stick butter unsalted
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup cheese your choice (cheddar, gruyere, parmesan)

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Mixing bowl
  • Piping bag or cookie scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine water and butter over medium heat. Melt the butter completely and bring to a gentle boil, then remove from heat.
  2. Add flour and salt quickly to the melted mixture. Stir vigorously until a smooth ball forms and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
  3. Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
  5. Stir in the grated cheese until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  6. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pipe or scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them 1-2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed up. Avoid opening the oven door during baking.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Make sure the dough cools before adding eggs to prevent scrambling.
  • Use room temperature eggs for better mixing.
  • Avoid opening the oven door too early to prevent deflation.