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    Home » Sourdough Recipes » Sourdough Popovers

    Sourdough Popovers with Cinnamon Sugar

    Published: Sep 2, 2021 by Pavani · 14 Comments

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    Looking for an easy recipe to use up your sourdough discard? Then try this 5 ingredient sourdough popovers recipe. You can toss them with cinnamon sugar or make them savory by adding cheese or spices. Either way these easy to make eggy, baked treats are perfect to serve for breakfast.

    You will need a popover pan to make the traditional version. But they can most certainly made in a muffin pan. Do try this recipe, I am sure you will enjoy these light, custardy popovers with some butter and jam.

    White bowl with cinnamon sugar dusted popovers

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    Table of contents

    • What are popovers?
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Expert Tips
    • Frequently asked questions
    • You might also like

    What are popovers?

    If you are wondering what popovers are, then they are very similar to English Yorkshire puddings. They are very popular in New Hampshire and the North East and are frequently seen on many restaurant menus.

    Unlike the British version with beef fat, American popovers are made with butter. They are crispy on the outside with a light, custardy interior. Topped with more butter, they can either be either sweet or savory.

    In these sourdough popovers, the sourdough starter adds just the slightest tang. All you need is about 5 minutes to prep the batter and you will have hot delicious popovers to enjoy in no time.

    Sourdough popovers in a popover pan

    Ingredients

    For the details of the exact quantities of each ingredient and the list of ingredients needed, check the printable recipe card below.

    You only need5 ingredients to make these sourdough discard popovers.

    • Sourdough starter - you can use either fed or unfed starter straight from the fridge.
    • Eggs - give structure to the popovers and makes them airy and custardy inside.
    • Milk - feel free to use any milk, whole, 2% or even skim. Non-dairy milk will also work.
    • Flour - all purpose flour or even gluten-free all purpose flour are perfect.
    • Salt
    Ingredients needed - details in recipe card

    To make cinnamon sugar popovers, then you will need granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. For savory versions, you can add either chopped herbs or grated cheese to the batter itself.

    To make the traditional version of, you will need a popover pan. But you can easily make them in a muffin pan.

    Instructions

    For the detailed instructions on how to make the recipe with exact timings, check the printable recipe card below.

    Here is how to make these delicious sweet sourdough popover recipe.

    Preheat the oven to 450°F. Place the popover pan or a muffin pan in the bottom of the oven. Warm the milk until just barely warm. Place in a medium mixing bowl. Add the eggs one at a time and mix until combined. Stir in sourdough, salt and mix well.

    Add the flour and mix until combined. Make sure not to overmix. Consistency of the batter should be thicker than pancake batter and almost like heavy cream.

    Mixing ingredients in a bowl

    Once the oven is hot, carefully remove the hot pan out of the oven. Spray generously with cooking spray or brush with melted butter.

    Fill each cup almost to the top with the batter. Bake the popovers for 15 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F and bake for another 10~15 minutes or until golden brown on top.

    Batter poured into hot mold and baked until golden

    Remove the pan from the oven. Brush the popovers with melted butter and roll them in cinnamon-sugar for that nice sweet crust. Serve right away and enjoy with jam and butter!!

    Top view of a white bowl with sourdough discard popovers

    Expert Tips

    • You can use either fed or unfed sourdough starter straight from the fridge.
    • You can use your muffin pan to bake these yummy popovers.
    • There are a few important points to keep in mind to make successful popovers:
      • The popover (or muffin) pan should be screaming hot. So don't forget to put the pan in the oven while preheating it.
      • Make sure that the batter is thicker than pancake batter - it should be like heavy cream.
      • Pour batter almost to the top but not all the way up, this will give them a chance to puff up.
    • Here are some flavor ideas to consider:
      • Add grated cheddar cheese and chopped jalapenos into the batter.
      • Add grated orange zest, ground cinnamon to the batter.

    Frequently asked questions

    How to make popovers in a muffin pan?

    Follow the recipe as written when using muffin pan as well. Fill the muffin cups all the way to the top. Make sure to pour batter in alternate cups, so there are empty cups among the full ones.

    How long can these sourdough popovers last?

    Popovers are best to serve hot from the oven. If you happen to have any leftovers, then store them in the freezer for up to 1 month. To reheat, place them in a 350°F oven and preheat for 8~10 minutes or until heated through.

    Can I use whole wheat flour in this recipe?

    You can use ¼ cup of whole wheat flour in the recipe to get similar result. Any more would make the popovers dense instead of light.

    You might also like

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      Vegan Sourdough Banana Bread Recipe
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    White bowl with sourdough discard popovers

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    White bowl with cinnamon sugar dusted popovers

    Sourdough Popovers

    Easy to make and absolutely delicious popovers using sourdough discard. Recipe needs only 5 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time. Toss them with cinnamon sugar and breakfast is set.
    Author: Pavani
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    Prep Time: 5 mins
    Cook Time: 30 mins
    Total Time: 35 mins
    Course: Breakfast, brunch
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 8 Popovers

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup Milk (whole, 1%, 2%)
    • 3 Large Eggs
    • ½ cup Sourdough Starter, unfed or fed
    • ¾ teaspoon Salt
    • 1 cup All purpose flour
    • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar
    • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 450°F. Place the popover pan or a muffin pan in the bottom of the oven.
    • Warm the milk until just barely warm. Place in a medium mixing bowl. Add the eggs one at a time and mix until combined.
      Stir in sourdough, salt and mix well. Add the flour and mix until combined. Make sure not to overmix. Consistency of the batter should be thicker than pancake batter and almost like heavy cream.
    • Once the oven is hot, carefully remove the hot pan out of the oven. Spray generously with cooking spray or brush with melted butter. Fill each cup almost to the top with the batter.
      Bake the popovers for 15 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F and bake for another 10~15 minutes or until golden brown on top.
    • Remove the pan from the oven. Brush the popovers with melted butter and roll them in cinnamon-sugar for that nice sweet crust. Serve right away and Enjoy!!

    Notes

    • You can use either fed or unfed sourdough starter straight from the fridge.
    • You can use your muffin pan to bake these yummy popovers.
    • There are a few important points to keep in mind to make successful popovers:
      • The popover (or muffin) pan should be screaming hot. So don't forget to put the pan in the oven while preheating it.
      • Make sure that the batter is thicker than pancake batter - it should be like heavy cream.
      • Pour batter almost to the top but not all the way up, this will give them a chance to puff up.
    • Here are some flavor ideas to consider:
      • Add grated cheddar cheese and chopped jalapenos into the batter.
      • Add grated orange zest, ground cinnamon to the batter.
    • To make popovers in a muffin pan, follow the recipe as written. Fill the muffin cups all the way to the top. Make sure to pour batter in alternate cups, so there are empty cups among the full ones.
    • Popovers are best to serve hot from the oven. If you happen to have any leftovers, then store them in the freezer for up to 1 month. To reheat, place them in a 350°F oven and preheat for 8~10 minutes or until heated through.
    • You can use ¼ cup of whole wheat flour in the recipe to get similar result. Any more would make the popovers dense instead of light.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Popover | Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 259mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 132IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Cindy

      August 14, 2018 at 10:19 am

      I'd love to wake up to a plate of these popovers!

      Reply
    2. Renu

      August 14, 2018 at 2:22 pm

      Wow this so crunchy yet so soft....they are absolute beauties....I have yet to start my sourdough starter hopefully one day...

      Reply
    3. Karen

      August 14, 2018 at 4:17 pm

      Welcome back! I have a starter and can't way to try these with my discard. P.S. I have that exact same dish towel =)

      Reply
    4. thewimpyvegetarian

      August 14, 2018 at 7:52 pm

      These really look wonderful!!! I've never made popovers, and would love to try this version for a breakfast bread!

      Reply
    5. Wendy Klik

      August 15, 2018 at 9:29 am

      I really need to make a sourdough starter. These look great.

      Reply
    6. Kalyani

      August 23, 2018 at 8:33 am

      Hope you enjoyed your India vacation, Pavani ! these look soooo good, especially with the cinnamon dusting ! I am looking at your source recipe, and wondering if it can be made with plain pizza dough too .. lovely choice for the theme ! 🙂

      Reply
    7. Mayuri Patel

      August 25, 2018 at 2:27 pm

      Wow Pavani, what a delicious breakfast treat. I've got some sourdough sitting in the fridge.. would love to try this recipe.

      Reply
    8. Anand

      August 31, 2018 at 7:04 am

      Tried it very delicious and not much complicated to bake as I thought it was.Thank you for that yummy food recepie.

      Reply
    9. imran

      September 03, 2018 at 8:02 am

      This is such a refreshing dish. I loved it. Thank you for a recipe.

      Reply
    10. Felice

      September 04, 2018 at 12:24 am

      I love all the things I am learning by baking along with the Bread Bakers. Popovers are something I have never made, and I can't wait to try this recipe. Great photos too!

      Reply
    11. Rakesh Kota

      September 10, 2018 at 5:11 am

      That looks so yummy and love it will try this for sure and hope to get it the same way you got, Best for breakfast,Thank you for sharing such a good recipe.

      Reply
    12. Ram Gupta

      September 11, 2018 at 8:00 am

      You do make cooking easy with your detailed posts and simple recipes.
      You are a savior for all of us who are away from Home.

      Reply
    13. prashant dhabushe

      October 08, 2018 at 2:56 pm

      GOOD TEST THIS RECIPE

      Reply
    14. Nitin

      February 12, 2019 at 6:26 am

      I am a foodie and such dishes not only excites me but also makes me hungry. Thanks for sharing this beautiful piece of information.

      Reply

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