Popover facts for kids
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| Type | Roll |
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| Place of origin | United States |
| Main ingredients | batter (eggs, flour) |
A popover is a special kind of light and airy roll. It's made from a simple batter. This batter is similar to what is used for Yorkshire pudding. Popovers are usually baked in muffin tins or special popover pans. These pans have straight sides, which helps the popover rise tall.
You can enjoy popovers in many ways! They are delicious with fruit and whipped cream for a sweet treat. You can also have them with butter and jam for breakfast. Some people like them with afternoon tea. They even go well with meats at lunch and dinner.
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Where Does the Name Come From?
The name "popover" is quite fun! It comes from how the batter acts when it bakes. As it cooks, the batter swells up and "pops" over the top of the baking tin. Popovers are also sometimes called Laplanders.
A Little Bit of History
Popovers are an American version of Yorkshire pudding. Similar batter puddings have been made in England since the 1600s.
The first time the word "popover" was written down was around 1850. The very first cookbook to share a recipe for popovers was published in 1876.
Different Kinds of Popovers
There are a few different ways to make popovers. For example, a special type from Portland, Oregon, is called Portland popover pudding. It often has garlic and herbs added.
Other American popover ideas include adding pumpkin puree to the batter. You can also add spices like allspice or nutmeg. However, most American popovers today are not flavored with meat or herbs. Instead, they usually have a simple, buttery taste.
See also
In Spanish: Popover para niños
