Parmesan Popovers
Light, airy, and bursting with savory flavor, Parmesan Popovers are the perfect way to elevate any meal or snack time. These golden, crisp-on-the-outside and tender-on-the-inside delights are made with just a handful of pantry staples, including grated Parmesan cheese, which adds a rich, nutty complexity to every bite. With a total prep and cook time of under an hour, this easy recipe uses a hot pan technique to create dramatic puff and irresistible texture. A sprinkle of Parmesan on top ensures a cheesy crust that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether served fresh from the oven with a pat of butter or as a sophisticated side to soups and salads, Parmesan Popovers are simple to make yet guaranteed to impress. Perfect for brunches, special occasions, or whenever you're craving an elegant twist on a classic favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (optional, freshly ground)
- cooking spray or additional butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a standard muffin pan or popover pan in the oven to preheat as well.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, melted butter, salt, and black pepper until smooth and no lumps remain. The batter should have a consistency similar to heavy cream.
Fold in 3/4 cup of the grated Parmesan cheese, reserving 1/4 cup for topping later.
Remove the hot muffin or popover pan from the oven and quickly grease each cup with cooking spray or a small amount of melted butter to prevent sticking.
Fill each cup in the prepared pan halfway with the batter. Avoid overfilling to ensure they puff properly.
Sprinkle the top of each filled cup with the reserved Parmesan cheese.
Place the pan back in the oven and bake for 15 minutes at 450°F (230°C) without opening the oven door.
After 15 minutes, reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for another 20-25 minutes, or until the popovers are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
Remove the pan from the oven and immediately transfer the popovers to a wire rack to prevent sogginess.
Serve the Parmesan Popovers warm, either on their own or with butter. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.4 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.8 g | 334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 840 mg | 280% | |
| Sodium | 4221 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.8 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 129.2 g | 258% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 3029 mg | 233% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 954 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
