Pregnancy Friendly Classic Cheese Gougères
Warm, airy, and packed with nutty Gruyère, these little French cheese puffs are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the tray before you even sit down. The dough comes together on the stovetop using whole milk, butter, and eggs — all wholesome, recognizable ingredients with no hidden additives or preservatives to second-guess. Gruyère is a fully aged hard cheese, which makes it a smart choice when you're being mindful about the types of dairy you reach for during pregnancy. The eggs get cooked thoroughly into the choux dough and then baked at high heat until the puffs are deep golden and set all the way through, so there's no worry about undercooked components. A whisper of nutmeg and a touch of Dijon (optional, but worth it) give each bite a subtle warmth that feels genuinely sophisticated. They come out of the oven puffed, hollow, and impossibly light — the kind of thing that makes guests think you spent hours in the kitchen when the process is actually very manageable. Serve them warm with a glass of sparkling water and enjoy every single one.
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6 servings
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ⅛ tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
Ingredient noteEggs are safe during pregnancy as long as they are cooked all the way through.
- 1 cup gruyère cheese, finely grated, divided
- 1 tsp dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
Combine the water, milk, butter, salt, pepper, and nutmeg in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is fully melted and the mixture comes to a full boil.
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