Gougères au Miel et Thym

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat.

   ~5 min
3. 3

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately add the flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.

   ~1 min
4. 4

   Return the saucepan to low heat and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes to dry out the dough.

   ~2 min
5. 5

   Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl. Let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes.

   ~5 min
6. 6

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated and the dough is smooth and glossy. Mix in the honey, thyme leaves, and Gruyère cheese until just combined.

   ~5 min
7. 7

   Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, about 1.5 inches in diameter, leaving space between each.

   ~3 min
8. 8

   Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the gougères are puffed up, golden brown, and firm.

   ~35 min
9. 9

   Serve warm.