Cast iron popovers are a delicious treat that are easy to make and fun to eat.
The secret to making perfect popovers is using a cast iron popover pan, which allows the batter to rise and puff up, creating a hollow center that's perfect for filling with butter, jam, or other toppings. To make popovers, you'll need a simple batter made from flour, milk, eggs, and a pinch of salt. Mix the ingredients together until you have a smooth batter, then pour it into the greased popover pan. Bake the popovers in a preheated oven until they're golden brown and puffy, then remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
One of the great things about cast iron popovers is that they can be easily customized to suit your taste. You can add herbs, spices, cheese, or other ingredients to the batter to create a variety of different flavors. For a savory twist, try adding bacon, chives, and Parmesan cheese to the batter. Or, for a sweet treat, add cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla to the batter. The possibilities are endless, and the result is always a delicious, airy popover that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side dish for dinner. So why not try making some cast iron popovers today and see how easy and fun they can be?
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Popover Recipe
Equipment
- Cast Iron Popover Pan
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour white
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoo salt
- 1 tablespoon confectioners sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Add eggs to medium mixing bowl and beat lightly.
- Stir in the remaining ingredients until a fluffy batter forms.
- Spray cast iron popover pan with buttered cooking spray.
- Fill each cup ½ full.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle with confectioners sugar and serve hot.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs and milk to ensure a smooth batter and better rise.
- Grease your popover pans generously with butter-flavored cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Avoid opening the oven door during baking to keep the popovers from collapsing.
- Let popovers cool upside down on a wire rack to keep them crisp and prevent sogginess.
Nutrition
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Alison says
These look delicious where would I buy a pan like this.
Cindy says
Can these be cooked over a camp fire?
Ned Adams says
Absolutely, you will want to watch it real close so it doesn’t get too hot and burn.
Zara Faulkner says
Where did you find that perfect cast iron popover pan? Looks delish!
Ned Adams says
Hi Zara! Thank you so much! This popover pan was found in an antique store and restored. It’s a beautiful piece of iron.
Regina says
Do you preheat the cast iron pan inside the oven as the oven preheats?
Ned Adams says
Hi Regina! Thanks for reaching out. That's a great question. This recipe does not require preheating the cast iron pan inside.
christie lynn fournier says
wanted to make something special for my hubby for Father's Day, came across this one, added a little cinnamon and lemon (hubby's favourites) ...so easy to make, came out beautifully cooked and hubby said they were AWESOME! ❤
Ned Adams says
Awesome! That sounds like amazing additions! I'm so glad he enjoyed!