French Gougères Cheese Puffs

Light savory choux puffs made with Gruyère and black pepper.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup milk
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup flour
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup shredded Gruyère
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Heat water, milk, butter, salt, and pepper until boiling.
2. Stir in flour and cook until dough forms a ball.
3. Cool 3 minutes, then beat in eggs one at a time.
4. Fold in Gruyère.
5. Pipe or spoon onto a lined baking sheet.
6. Bake at 400°F for 20 to 25 minutes until puffed and golden.