Popovers

4 from 2 votes

Light, fluffy, and extremely versatile, there's nothing quite like a fresh popover straight from the oven. I like to bake up a batch and eat them for breakfast, as a savory snack, or alongside a soup or stew for dinner.

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Total Time45

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Total Cost: $2.03 Recipe/ $0.17 Serving

Servings:

Calories: 133kcal

Author: Jennie Alley

Equipment

Large Bowl
Muffin tin

Ingredients

2 cups all purpose flour 240g, $0.35
2 cups whole milk room temperature, (16 oz.) $0.59
4 large eggs room temperature, $0.91
½ tsp salt $0.04
1 Tbsp butter melted, $0.12
nonstick cooking spray $0.02

Instructions

Gather all the ingredients and preheat the oven to 450°F.
In a large bowl whisk together eggs, milk, and salt until smooth.
Gradually add the flour, whisking until the batter is lump-free. Then add melted butter and mix until smooth. Let it rest at room temperature for 5–10 minutes. Meanwhile, place a muffin tin into the preheated oven for 3 minutes to heat up.
Remove the hot muffin tin from the oven and spray each cup thoroughly with nonstick cooking spray. Carefully fill each cup about ¾ full with batter.
Bake at 450°F for 15 minutes. Do not open the oven during this time, the steam is what makes the popovers rise. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and continue baking for another 15–18 minutes, or until the popovers are golden, puffed, and set.
Serve immediately while warm to prevent them from collapsing. Top with butter, honey, or jam if desired.

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Nutrition

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