Popovers

Chef: Mia Hackney Vitamix Sous Chef

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 180ml whole milk, lukewarm (about 40°C)
• ¾ tsp sea salt (optional)
• 165g plain flour, sifted
• 45ml unsalted butter, melted
• non-stick cooking spray or extra butter, for greasing

Directions

1. Place eggs, milk and salt (if using) into the Vitamix container and secure the lid.
2. Start on the lowest speed, then quickly increase to the highest speed. Blend for 15 seconds.
3. Reduce to Variable 3 and remove the lid plug. While blending, carefully add the flour through the lid plug opening and blend for 10 seconds, or until just smooth.
4. Add the melted butter and blend for another 10 seconds. Stop the machine and replace the lid plug.
5. Allow the batter to rest for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat oven to 232°C. Place a 6-slot popover pan (or 12-cup muffin pan) on a baking tray and preheat in the oven.
7. Carefully remove the hot pan and generously grease with cooking spray or butter. Quickly pour the rested batter evenly into each slot.
8. Bake for 16 minutes without opening the oven door.
9. Reduce oven temperature to 175°C (without opening the door) and bake for another 16 minutes, or until tall and deep golden brown.
10. Remove from oven and immediately pierce the tops or sides with a small knife to release steam. Serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

• Use room temperature ingredients and a fully preheated pan for maximum rise.
• Avoid opening the oven door during baking, as temperature drops can cause collapse.
• Reheat at 175°C to restore crispness.