Maple-Bacon Popovers

Name: Maple-Bacon Popovers
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 c. whole milk, at room temperature; 3 large eggs, at room temperature; 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract; 3 tbsp. dark maple syrup, divided; 1 c. all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled; 1/2 tsp. kosher salt; 3 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly; 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped; Cooking spray

Impress your guests with these tender, savory and sweet breakfast treats.

By Beth BranchPublished: Jan 17, 2026

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baked goods cooling on a rack with syrup on the side

Becky Luigart-Stayner for Country Living

Yields:

6 serving(s)

Prep Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Popovers are a classic breakfast dish, first appearing in print in the mid-19th century. They should be served immediately, so wait to bake them until you’re ready to sit down and eat.

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Ingredients

1 cup
whole milk, at room temperature
3
large eggs, at room temperature
1 tsp.
pure vanilla extract
3 Tbsp.
dark maple syrup, divided
1 cup
all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
1/2 tsp.
kosher salt
3 Tbsp.
unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
6
slices cooked bacon, chopped
Cooking spray

Directions

1. Step 1Whisk together milk, eggs, vanilla, and 1 tablespoon maple syrup in a bowl. Whisk in flour and salt. Whisk in butter. Fold in bacon. Let batter rest for 15 minutes while preheating oven.
2. Step 2Place a popover pan in the oven and preheat to 425°F. Once oven has preheated, remove the pan and lightly grease cups. Transfer batter to pan cups, dividing evenly.
3. Step 3Bake 15 minutes. Without opening the oven door, reduce temperature to 350°F. Bake until golden brown and puffed, 14 to 16 minutes. Lightly brush tops with remaining 2 tablespoons maple syrup. Serve immediately.