Description
Cavacas Portuguese Popovers are delightful, airy pastries that capture the essence of comfort food. With a golden, crisp exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, these popovers are perfect for any occasion—from holiday gatherings to cozy brunches. Simple to prepare with minimal ingredients, they deliver a burst of flavor that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Zest of 1 lemon or orange (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, milk, eggs, sugar, and salt until smooth.
- Gently fold in melted butter and citrus zest if using.
- Pour the batter into each muffin cup until half full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed up. Avoid opening the oven door during baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popover (45g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg