Ham & Cheese Gougeres Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Make the Choux Pastry

   In a saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, add the flour and stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.

2. 2

   Incorporate Eggs

   Add eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition until fully incorporated. The dough should be smooth and glossy. Stir in the grated cheese, diced ham, and pepper.

3. 3

   Pipe the Dough

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a piping bag fitted with a large round tip to pipe small mounds of the dough onto the prepared sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

4. 4

   Bake

   Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the gougères are puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

5. 5

   Prepare Truffle Mornay Sauce

   In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk until smooth. Cook until thickened. Stir in truffle oil and grated Parmesan cheese until melted.

6. 6

   Serve

   Drizzle the truffle Mornay sauce over the warm gougères and serve immediately.