Description
These Cornmeal Popovers are light, airy, and have a delightful crunch from the cornmeal. Perfectly golden on the outside and tender inside, they pair beautifully with Herb Honey Butter, adding a touch of sweetness and fresh flavor. A fantastic side for brunch, soups, or holiday meals!
Ingredients
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For the Cornmeal Popovers:
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup fine cornmeal
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed (not hot)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
- Cooking spray or extra butter (for greasing the pan)
For the Herb Honey Butter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Generously grease a popover pan or muffin tin with butter or cooking spray.
- Make the Batter:
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, warmed milk, melted butter, and honey.
- Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth and lump-free.
- Bake the Popovers:
- Fill each popover or muffin cup ⅔ full with batter.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then reduce heat to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
- Do not open the oven door during baking, as popovers can deflate!
- Make the Herb Honey Butter:
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter with honey, thyme, rosemary, and salt. Stir until well combined.
- Serve & Enjoy:
- Remove popovers from the oven and immediately poke a small hole in the top of each to release steam.
- Serve warm with a generous spread of Herb Honey Butter.
Notes
- Want extra crispiness? Preheat the popover pan in the oven before adding the batter.
- Don’t have fresh herbs? Use ½ teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary.
- Make it sweeter? Add a little cinnamon to the honey butter for a cozy twist!
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg