Sunrise Popovers

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Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons vegetable shortening
  • 1/3 cup unbleached flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, Sharp, Shredded

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Place eight 6-oz custard cups on a large baking sheet.
  3. Spoon 1 1/2 tsp of shortening into the bottom of each custard cup and set aside.
  4. Combine the flour and salt in a large bowl, then gradually stir in the milk and water until well blended.
  5. Beat in the eggs, 1 at a time, beating until smooth after each addition.
  6. Fold in the cheddar cheese.
  7. Place the baking sheet with the custard cups in the preheated oven for 3 to 5 minutes until the shortening melts and the custard cups are hot.
  8. Fill the custard cups 1/2 to 2/3rds full with the batter.
  9. Bake for 45 minutes in the preheated oven, without opening the oven door until the popovers rise and turn golden brown.
  10. If not golden brown after 45 minutes, bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  11. Serve piping hot.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

623 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.6g 23% DV
Total Fat 37.9g 49% DV
Carbs 58.6g 21% DV
Fiber 0.8g 3% DV
Sugar 11.7g 23% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10003.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 246.3mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 104.8mg 35% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 147mcg 16% DV
Vitamin C 4mg 4% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 349.3mg 27% DV
Iron 3.3mg 18% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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