Gluten-Free Chouquettes
Delightfully light and irresistibly crispy, these Gluten-Free Chouquettes bring a French bakery classic right to your kitchen with a gluten-free twist. Perfect for anyone with dietary restrictions, these airy puffs are crafted from simple ingredients like gluten-free all-purpose flour, rich unsalted butter, and pearl sugar for a satisfyingly sweet crunch. The recipe is surprisingly easy to master, featuring straightforward techniques like boiling, mixing, and piping, and comes together in under an hour. Ideal for tea-time treats, elegant dessert tables, or a quick indulgence, these bite-sized delights will charm both gluten-free and classic pastry lovers alike. Whether you're hosting guests or seeking a weekday pick-me-up, this recipe guarantees a crowd-pleasing experience every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 125 ml water
- 60 grams unsalted butter
- 1 pinch of salt
- 80 grams gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 30 grams pearl sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, and a pinch of salt. Heat over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is boiling.
Remove the saucepan from heat, and quickly add the gluten-free all-purpose flour. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Transfer the dough to a bowl and allow it to cool slightly, for about 5 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition until the mixture is smooth and shiny. This can be done by hand or using an electric mixer.
Spoon the pastry dough into a piping bag fitted with a large round tip, or simply use a spoon.
Pipe or spoon small mounds about the size of a teaspoon onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each puff.
Sprinkle the tops generously with pearl sugar, gently pressing them into the dough.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chouquettes are puffed and golden brown.
Turn off the oven, crack open the door slightly, and allow the chouquettes to cool in the oven for 10 minutes. This helps them to maintain their shape.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
990 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.4 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.2 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 505 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 294 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.4 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.3 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 151 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
