Description
This Easy Popovers recipe uses a muffin tin and simple ingredients to create light, airy, and golden-brown popovers perfect for breakfast or as a side. With a quick batter and a two-temperature baking method, these popovers puff up beautifully and have a crispy exterior with a tender interior.
Ingredients
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Popovers Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Nonstick spray or additional melted butter for greasing muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven and Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place the empty muffin tin inside to heat thoroughly, which helps achieve a crispy popover crust.
- Mix Eggs and Milk: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the 3 large eggs and warm whole milk until the mixture is frothy and well combined, ensuring an airy batter.
- Add Flour and Salt: Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt, whisking continuously until the batter becomes smooth and free of lumps to ensure a perfect texture.
- Incorporate Melted Butter: Stir in the melted unsalted butter to add richness and help with browning during baking.
- Prepare the Muffin Tin: Carefully remove the hot muffin tin from the oven and grease each cup well using nonstick spray or melted butter to prevent sticking and promote crispy edges.
- Fill the Cups: Pour the batter into each muffin cup, filling them about halfway to allow room for the popovers to rise and puff up during baking.
- Bake at High Heat: Bake the popovers at 450°F for 15 minutes to help them rise quickly and form a golden crust.
- Reduce Temperature and Continue Baking: Lower the oven temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until the popovers are fully puffed and have a deep golden color.
- Rest and Serve: Let the popovers rest in the pan for 1 minute to set, then remove them gently and transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve immediately for the best texture.
Notes
- Warming the milk ensures a light and airy texture by activating the eggs properly.
- Heating the muffin tin before adding batter helps achieve a crisp outer crust.
- Do not open the oven door during the first 15 minutes of baking, or popovers may collapse.
- Serve popovers warm with butter, jam, or savory toppings like cheese and herbs.
- Popovers are best eaten immediately but can be reheated briefly in an oven to restore crispiness.
