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Gruyere Cheese Popover Recipe with Black Pepper

Allie Hagerty
This cheese popover recipe with gruyere and black pepper is a delicious take on an American classic. These popovers are crispy on the outside with an eggy, soft inside. Serve immediately with butter for a delicious bread option!
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Course Bread
Cuisine American
Servings 6 popovers
Calories 221 kcal

Equipment

  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • popover pan or muffin pan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 ounces gruyere cheese, shredded
  • cooking spray

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 450ºF (230ºC) and place a popover pan or muffin pan on the middle rack while it heats up.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until frothy, which should take about 1 minute. Add flour, salt, and pepper, whisking vigorously until well combined. A few lumps are okay!
  • Take the hot pan out of the oven and lightly coat each well with pan spray. Fill the wells about ¾ full of batter for a popover pan, or a bit less for a muffin pan. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the batter.
  • Bake at 450ºF (230ºC) for the first 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 350ºF (175ºC) and continue baking for an additional 20 minutes.
  • Once done, remove from the oven, turn the popovers out of the pan, and you're ready to enjoy. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Preheat the pan –To ensure optimal popover rise, preheat the popover pan in the oven for at least 10 minutes before pouring in the batter. The initial burst of steam generated from the hot pan is crucial for achieving the desired airy texture and crisp exterior.
  • Room temperature ingredients – For the perfect popover texture, use room temperature ingredients such as eggs and milk to create a consistent batter. Allowing ingredients to reach room temperature ensures a smoother batter, facilitating better air incorporation during mixing and promoting steam formation for optimal popover puffiness in the oven.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popoverCalories: 221kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 11gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 510mgPotassium: 164mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 308IUCalcium: 188mgIron: 2mg
Keyword american baking, american recipes, Bread, Cheese,, gruyere, popovers, rolls
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