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Cornmeal Popovers with Herb Honey Butter

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  • Author: Maria B. Evans
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 popovers 1x
  • Category: Bread, Side Dish
  • Method: Baking

Description

These Cornmeal Popovers have a crispy, golden crust and a tender, slightly sweet interior. Served with homemade herb honey butter, they’re a unique twist on a classic!


Ingredients

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  • For the Cornmeal Popovers:
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup fine yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped (optional)
  • For the Herb Honey Butter:
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat & Prepare
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a popover pan or muffin tin in the oven to heat up.
  • Step 2: Make the Popover Batter
  • In a small saucepan, warm the milk over low heat until just warm (not hot).
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Slowly whisk in the warm milk.
  • Add the flour, cornmeal, salt, baking powder, and honey, whisking until smooth. Stir in the melted butter and herbs (if using).
  • Step 3: Bake the Popovers
  • Carefully remove the hot pan from the oven and grease the cups with butter or cooking spray.
  • Fill each cup about ⅔ full with batter.
  • Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F, then reduce the heat to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 10–12 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Do not open the oven while baking!
  • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
  • Step 4: Make the Herb Honey Butter
  • In a small bowl, mix butter, honey, fresh herbs, and salt until well combined.
  • Step 5: Serve & Enjoy
  • Serve the warm popovers with a generous spread of herb honey butter. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, bake the popovers a few extra minutes at the end.
  • Don’t skip preheating the pan—it helps the popovers rise properly.
  • No popover pan? Use a muffin tin, but they may not rise as high.
  • Make it cheesy: Add ¼ cup grated Parmesan to the batter for a savory twist.
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Nutrition

  • Calories: ~180
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg