If you’ve read my cozy mysteries, you know I’m a big fan of little triumphs—solving mysteries, baking the perfect treat, or finding joy in everyday moments. Today, I want to share a triumph from my own kitchen that’s been years in the making!

For years, I’ve been on a quest to master huge, puffy popovers (or Yorkshire puddings, for my UK friends!). I’ve always loved the kind you see in restaurants—those golden, towering beauties—but my attempts to replicate them at home were…let’s just say, less impressive. 😅

I’d only try a couple of times a year, but recently, I finally cracked the code! I’ve discovered the ultimate recipe for popovers that rise to glorious heights and taste every bit as good as they look.

If you’re a fan of these light, airy delights, I thought I’d share the recipe so you can bring some popover magic to your table too.

The Ultimate Popover Recipe

Makes 4-6 popovers

Ingredients: (This recipe can be doubled to make 10-12 popovers)

• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk (I used 1/2 and 1/2 as that is what I had on hand)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3 Tablespoons Olive oil
• Cooking spray or additional olive oil for the pan

Instructions:

1. In a blender mix together the eggs, olive oil and milk until well combined.
2. Gradually add the flour and salt, blending until the batter is smooth (but don’t overmix).
3. Let rest overnight in the fridge or on the counter for two hours. ( I used the two hour option. I’m impatient.)
4. After rest, mix again shortly in blender.
5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (176°C) and place a popover pan or muffin tin in the oven to heat up. (I have gotten the best results with this pan)
6. Carefully remove the hot pan from the oven and add 1 tsp of olive oil in the bottom of each cup.
7. Fill each cup 90% full with batter.
8. Bake for 55 minutes at 375°F (176°C)  Don’t open the oven during baking, or you’ll lose the puff! Popovers will be dark and have grown very high.
9. Remove from the oven, serve immediately, and enjoy the magic of these towering treats!

Popovers are perfect alongside a cozy dinner or just slathered with honey butter and jam or cinnamon sugar for a simple indulgence. I can’t wait to hear if you try them—and, of course, how they turned out!

Speaking of rising to the occasion, my sleuth Maya Rodgers is uncovering some towering mysteries of her own in my latest book. Could there be a mystery read in your future?

Wishing you puffy popovers, warm mysteries, and all the joys of a cozy kitchen.