When a French gougere meets pepperoni and cheese, you end up with Pepperoni Cheese Puffs. They are the perfect little bite with the right amount of spiciness and cheesy goodness.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large sauce pan, combine water and butter. Bring to a boil. Add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously until the mixture forms a ball. Remove from heat and cool for 10 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well with a wooden spoon after each addition. Stir in the pepperoni, cheese, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Drop dough by rounded teaspoons or cookie scoop, 2 inches apart onto parchment paper lined baking sheets.
Bake for 30 minutes or until golden. Transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm with Marinara Sauce.
MARINARA SAUCE
Put the tomato puree in a small pot. Add the garlic and season with salt. Heat till warm. Serve in a small bowl with the Pepperoni Cheese Puffs.