{"id":13168,"date":"2016-08-09T05:00:57","date_gmt":"2016-08-09T12:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thatrecipe.com\/blog\/?p=13168"},"modified":"2025-10-03T08:10:57","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T15:10:57","slug":"julia-childs-popovers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thatrecipe.com\/julia-childs-popovers\/","title":{"rendered":"Julia Child's Popovers A Classic Recipe Made Easy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Imagine biting into a light, airy pastry that is crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. The rich buttery flavor leaves you wanting more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Popovers are a delicious American treat, similar to Yorkshire Pudding. A crispy shell with custard-like interior and a hollow center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Combine a few simple ingredients with our tips and tricks to create these impressive gems in your own kitchen. Get ready to indulge in the irresistible charm of popovers!<\/p>\n\n\n

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I still remember the first time I had a popover at my mother's suggestion. The waiter brought me this giant muffin looking thing that was almost empty inside with a crust that was both crunchy and custard-y at the same time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I was hooked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I checked out a copy of Baking with Julia: Savor the Joys of Baking with America's Best Bakers<\/a> (affiliate link) from the library and saw at least 10 recipes I wanted to make. But, I started with this one because the popover pan my mother had given me was buried in the back of the cabinet crying from neglect. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yes, I have popover pan<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

No, you do not need one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Custard cups or muffin pans will work fine if you follow the directions below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Making Julia Child's Popovers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There is no denying popovers can be tricky, I have failed more than once, especially when I haven't made them in awhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, here are a few tips to help you achieve that beautiful pop with the hollow center:<\/p>\n\n\n\n