Plain Popovers
Light, airy, and irresistibly golden, these Plain Popovers are a simple yet stunning addition to any meal. Made with just six pantry staples—flour, milk, eggs, salt, and butter—this recipe transforms basic ingredients into an impressive, puffed-up delight perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. The key to their signature rise lies in the preheated pan and the steam that works its magic in the hot oven. With a quick 10-minute prep time and just 30 minutes of baking, these popovers are effortlessly elegant. Serve them warm, paired with butter, jam, or even savory spreads for a versatile treat that delights every palate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon unsalted butter (for greasing tin)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a popover pan or a standard muffin tin in the oven to heat as the oven preheats.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt to combine.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy, then add the milk and melted butter. Whisk to combine.
Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, whisking until the batter is smooth. Avoid overmixing; the batter should have no lumps.
Carefully remove the preheated pan from the oven. Grease the wells of the pan or tin with the teaspoon of butter.
Pour the batter into each well, filling them about halfway full.
Place the pan back into the oven. Bake for 15 minutes at 450°F (230°C). Do not open the oven door during this time as the popovers need steam to rise.
After 15 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for another 15 minutes until the popovers are puffed up and golden brown.
Remove the pan from the oven and carefully take out the popovers. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings or enjoy plain.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.4 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 442 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 1416 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.9 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 376 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 637 mg | 14% | |
*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.
