Gougères
Gougères are savory, airy cheese puffs from Burgundy, France, made from choux pastry dough mixed with grated cheese, typically Gruyère or Comté. They are baked until golden and hollow, creating a light, crisp exterior with a soft, cheesy interior. Often served warm as an appetizer or with wine, they are a staple of French bistro and wine-bar culture.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Gougères are high in fat and moderate in carbs, with a small amount of protein from the cheese and eggs. A typical serving of two puffs provides roughly 150–200 calories, along with calcium and some B vitamins from the cheese and eggs.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 360 kcal |
| Protein | 13 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Calcium | 220 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin A | 180 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.4 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Selenium | 12 mcg |
| Cholesterol | 85 mg |
Per 4 pieces (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
What makes gougères unique is their use of choux pastry—a dough traditionally reserved for sweet profiteroles—in a savory, cheese-forward context. Nutritionally, they offer a relatively high-fat, low-sugar option that pairs well with wine, reflecting their traditional role in French apéritif culture.
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