Description

These popovers are light, airy, and impressively fluffy, making them the perfect addition to any brunch. With a golden crust and tender interior, they’re enhanced by a touch of melted butter, cheese, and fresh herbs for a savory twist. Easy to prepare and baked to perfection, these popovers will elevate your brunch experience and delight guests with their classic texture and flavor.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

4 large eggs (warmed)
2 cups whole milk
4 tablespoons butter (melted)

Dry Ingredients

2 cups plain flour (all-purpose flour preferred)
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar mixed with ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Add-ins

0.5 cups shredded Gruyère or cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)

Instructions

Preheat oven: Set your oven to 450°F (230°C) and generously grease the popover pan to ensure the batter doesn’t stick and helps achieve a crisp crust.
Warm eggs: Submerge the eggs in warm water for about 10 minutes to bring them to room temperature, which helps create a smoother batter and better rise.
Mix wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk the warmed eggs, whole milk, and salt together until fully combined and smooth.
Prepare batter: Gradually add the plain flour to the wet mixture while stirring, continuing until foam forms on the surface indicating good aeration; then gently fold in the melted butter to incorporate without deflating the batter.
Add cheese and herbs: Fold in the shredded cheese and chopped fresh herbs evenly throughout the batter to infuse savory flavor.
Fill pan: Pour the batter carefully into the prepared popover cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for expansion during baking.
Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven at 450°F (230°C) for 20 minutes to create a strong initial rise and crust, then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for another 10–15 minutes until the popovers are golden brown and fully cooked inside.
Serve immediately: Remove the popovers from the oven and serve hot to enjoy their maximum fluffiness and crispy exterior.

Notes

Ensure eggs are warmed to room temperature for better batter consistency and rise.
Do not open the oven door during the first 20 minutes of baking to prevent collapse.
Use a well-greased popover pan or muffin tin for best results.
For a sweeter twist, omit cheese and herbs and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon mixture before baking.
Serve popovers immediately as they tend to deflate as they cool.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Brunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: popovers, brunch, breakfast, fluffy popovers, baked popovers, savory popovers, Gruyère cheese popovers