Gougères au Comté (Cheese Puffs)

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a pot, combine butter and water; heat until butter melts and mixture boils.
3. Add flour, salt, and pepper; stir vigorously until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides.
4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly, then beat in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated and smooth.
5. Stir in the grated Comté cheese.
6. Transfer the dough to a piping bag and pipe small mounds (about 2-3 cm) onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake for 20-30 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.