Description
Cornmeal popovers dance with Southern charm, promising a golden crunch and delicate interior. Herb-infused honey butter melts provocatively over these light, airy companions, inviting you to savor each warm, rustic bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup medium-ground cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Butter and Sweetener:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons honey
Herbs:
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (e.g., thyme or rosemary), finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 425F (220C) and thoroughly coat popover pans or muffin tins with melted butter, ensuring complete coverage of interior surfaces.
- Create a smooth, lump-free batter by vigorously whisking cornmeal, flour, milk, and eggs until perfectly integrated.
- Incorporate half of the melted butter into the batter, gently folding to maintain the mixture’s airiness.
- Distribute the batter evenly, filling each popover cup precisely to the midpoint.
- Position the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for dramatic rising and rich golden-brown coloration.
- During baking, craft the herb honey butter by blending softened butter with fragrant chopped herbs and sweet honey until uniformly combined.
- Remove popovers from the oven and immediately drizzle with the luxurious herb honey butter, allowing the warm pastry to absorb the rich, aromatic topping.
Notes
- Ensure cornmeal is finely ground for a smoother, lighter popover texture without graininess.
- Use room temperature eggs and milk to help batter rise evenly and create better volume.
- Preheat popover pan or muffin tin in the oven before adding batter to help achieve maximum rise and crispy exterior.
- Experiment with different herb combinations like thyme, rosemary, or chives in the honey butter for unique flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 80mg