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The Art of Perfect Popovers

Imagine a pastry that rises majestically above its pan, boasting a crispy exterior and a soft, pillowy interior. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, it’s time to turn that dream into a reality with our simple recipe for perfect popovers.

What You’ll Need

To get started, you’ll need a blender and a standard muffin pan – no specialty equipment required! If you don’t have a 12-well muffin pan, don’t worry; just use two 6-well pans and bake them side by side.

The Perfect Pairing

Popovers are incredibly versatile and can be served with a variety of sweet and savory options. Try pairing them with a juicy slice of roasted meat, like our Rosemary Rib Roast with Cipollini, or slather them with jam and enjoy with a steaming cup of tea.

Yield and Difficulty

This recipe yields 12 delicious popovers and is rated as easy, with a total cooking time of 50 minutes and active time of 15 minutes.

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 3/4 teaspoon fine salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour

The Magic Happens

Preheat your oven to 425°F and place a baking sheet inside to heat up. Meanwhile, prepare your muffin pan by placing 1/2 teaspoon of melted butter into each well. Set it aside for now.

Next, blend the remaining butter, eggs, milk, sugar, and salt in a blender until smooth. Add the flour and blend until just combined.

The Popping Point

Place the prepared muffin pan in the oven and bake until the butter sizzles, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the pan and fill each well halfway with the batter. Return the pan to the oven and bake until the popovers are puffed and starting to brown, about 20 minutes.

The Final Touch

Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the popovers are golden brown all over. Remove them from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips and Variations

Try experimenting with different flavor combinations, like adding herbs or spices to the batter for a unique twist. And don’t be afraid to get creative with your toppings – sweet or savory, the choice is yours!