These Chai Spiced Popovers are what breakfast dreams are made of! Warm chai spices of cinnamon, ginger, cardamon and cloves elevate the classic popover to something extra special!
Hello friends and Happy Thursday! I’m coming to you guys this morning from beautiful sunny Florida where I’ll be enjoying some Chai Spiced Popovers poolside as my little breakfast treat! The sun is shining, the palm trees are swaying and life is good!
Remember I mentioned a few weeks ago that I’d be going to visit my mother in sunny Florida? Well this week is my week to relax with Mom and treat her like a queen! First off, you know I boarded that plane with some of her favorite Cranberry Orange Cornmeal Biscotti. I’m telling you, if I showed up without it she probably would have sent me packing! No joke!
I plan on making lots of her favorites while I’m here to visit. I know my Chicken Osso Buco will be on the menu, along with my Pumpkin Squares with Cinnamon Vanilla Buttercream Frosting. She’s also a big fan of my Black Bean Soup, so I’m sure I’ll be whipping up some of that too. And of course we’ll need a little cocktail to wash it all down, so I’m thinking the Sauvignon Sunset may totally do the trick!
Growing up, my mother never really ate sweet things for breakfast. She was more of a runny egg and toast kind of gal. Now that she’s 84, it’s all about the sweets for some reason. Don’t get me wrong, she still loves eggs and toast, but now she needs to end almost each and every meal with a little something sweet. I guess when you get to 84, you make your own rules right?!
Let’s just say, these sweet and delicious Chai Spiced Popovers have made the cut with Mom! The recipe is the classic popover recipe with one tablespoon of sugar added to the batter and the topping is a mixture of granulated sugar, cinnamon, ground ginger, cardamon and cloves. The popovers are light and airy and the chai spiced sugar mixture is just heavenly folks. These warm spices come together and elevate the classic popover to something that breakfast dream are made of! Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk lukewarm
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 Tbsp. granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- 3 Tbsp. butter melted
- Chai Spice Topping Mixture:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp.cinnamon
- 1 tsp. ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp. ground cardamon
- 1/4 tsp. ground cloves
- 3 Tbsp. butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Position rack on lower shelf.
- Spray the popover pan or muffin tin generously with non-stick cooking spray. If using muffin tin spray area between cups too.
- Place eggs in cup of hot water for 10 minutes before using.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and granulated sugar. Whisk until there are no streaks of yolk left.
- Add all the flour, and beat until frothy. There should be no large lumps.
- Quickly stir in melted butter.
- Pour batter into cups. Fill to 3/4 full.
- Bake popovers for 15 minutes at 450 degrees, WITHOUT opening the oven door.
- After 15 minutes turn the oven down to 350 degrees and continue to bake for 20 more minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from oven. Stick the sharp tip of a knife into the top of the popover to release the steam and help prevent the popovers from getting soggy.
- Brush each popover with some of the melted butter and roll carefully in the sugar mixture, coating well.
- Serve immediately.
That chai spice topping sounds delicious, Mary Ann! Bet this would be delicious paired with a strong cup or two of coffee. Pinned! My mother-n-law always has to have something before bed as well. It’s not always necessarily something sweet, but it is always something. We were speaking to her the other night and she said she was going to have some toast….and maybe some tea…and maybe some yogurt with fruit. So funny. I’m sure your mom will appreciate all the goodies you plan on making and that you brought that biscotti ;) Have a fantastic weekend, my friend and enjoy! xoxo
Yes, they’re perfect with coffee too Dawn. We’re already having fun together. Some shopping this morning after breakfast, then some relaxing by the pool! Enjoy your weekend!
These Popovers look perfect, Mary Ann! I love all the warm spices added. Have fun with your mom!! :)
Oh, they’re so delicious Jessica! I made them a few times over the past few weeks to get some good photos for the post! I ate one too many!
Can you substitute cardamon I don’t have any and it is so expensive.
You could add in an 1/8 tsp. of nutmeg instead. I know the cardamon is a little pricey Linda, but it’s one of my favorite spices so I always add it. You can also use it for my chocolate pistachio dipped cardamon spice cookies. They’re perfect for the holidays!
You sure know how to make amazing food! I love these popovers! The chai sugar topping is to die for! I hope you have an amazing visit with your mother! I love that she wants a little something sweet :) Keep her happy!
Thanks Kathy! These are sooo good! The chai spice just make these the most comforting special treat with my morning coffee. I hope you have a wonderful weekend too!
I love popovers, and these sound amazing. Definitely pinning the recipe! Have a wonderful visit with your mom! Don’t forget to spoil her!
Oh, she’ll be spoiled! You don’t have to worry about that Nancie! I hope you give these popovers a try. They’re so delicious. They make the perfect treat for breakfast! Have a fabulous weekend! XO
So jealous of your warm sunny skies on this cold, dismal day. And also jealous of this fabulous breakfast. I have a thing for popovers and chai spice topping, just wow. I’ll take a dozen stat!! Enjoy your time with your Mom!
Definietly try these Cathy! They’re so delicious. That chai topping is just heavenly! Perfect for a cold and dreary day. Hope the weekend gets better!
Your mom sounds like my kinda woman! These popovers look great!
She’s so much fun Alida! And she just loved these!
Mary Ann, these are amazing looking popovers. I’m sure your mom will just love them. Have fun and enjoy the visit.
Thanks Gerlinde! Mom really loved them! Hope you have a great weekend!
I’ve never made popovers, but these seem like the perfect first recipe. I can’t resist chai spices! Hope you have a great visit with your mom :)
Sounds like you have quite the vacation planned, Mary Ann! And it sounds like your mom is in for a real treat!! Can I just say, I love that she makes her own rules when it comes to eating, and ending every meal with a little something sweet sounds like a fabulous idea!! Speaking of FAB, these Chai Spiced Popovers!!! Love the warm spices and sugar! I could eat these for every meal! Have fun, my dear friend! Cheers!!
She’s hilarious Chey! Nobody’s telling her what to do! She totally makes her own rules. If I make it to 84, I’ll be making all my own too. She absolutely loved these popovers. Have a great weekend!
Your mom is so lucky to have you there to spoil her! And you are so lucky to be in FL right now. Hope the weather is warm there and you guys can get out and enjoy it! These popovers look yum!
I just spoke to my husband Tom and he said it’s cold and rainy at home, so I’m definitely glad I’m here! These popovers are a special treat Karen. Mom loved them!
I love popovers, Mary Ann. They are so delicious and such a special treat for breakfast. I remember the first time I had one – it was at Lord & Taylor and it came with strawberry cream cheese! Looking forward to try this version. Have a wonderful time with your mom – and I love that you are treating her like a queen!
They really are, aren’t they Geraldine? She totally deserves to be treated like a queen! Hope your weekend is wonderful too!
Oh I bet the chai spices are just lovely on these popovers! So lovely to enjoy with a cup of tea :)
Haha, my grandma has also gotten a huge sweet tooth as she’s gotten older :) These chai popovers would be the perfect thing for her. These look just gorgeous- where did you get your popover pan? I’m in the market for one… ;) Have fun in Florida!
I got mine at a local kitchen shop called Kitchen Kapers. I love making popovers Sarah. I have a black pepper parmesan recipe on the blog too that’s just as delish! Give them a try!! Happy weekend!
Chai spice is one of my favorite flavor combinations, Mary Ann, so these are sending me over the top! They look perfectly baked and all that sugary goodness has me all heart eyes! No wonder your Mom loved these! Say hello to your mom and enjoy your trip my dear! xo
Thanks so much Traci! We’re already having such fun together! I wish she lived closer to me. I’ve got lots of spoiling in store for her while I’m here! Happy weekend!
Your Mom is a lucky lady to have a sweet daughter like you, Mary Ann! My Mom has that same sweet tooth! I know she’d love these, too! Chai spices are so perfect this time of year and these light beauties sound amazing! Enjoy your time in Florida, my friend! Soak up lots of sunshine! xo
Thanks so much Caroline! She is really enjoying these popovers. I love warm chai spices, perfect for the fall back at home! Have a wonderful weekend!
Wow! I’m sure your mom is enjoying her royal treatment! What a lovely time you have planned for your week together! These popovers are amazing, Mary Ann! I’d love a batch!! xo
Thanks so much Annie. Perhaps a little foccacia/popover swap?! Enjoy your weekend!
Mary Ann! This is such a fun idea! Popovers are always such a treat, and now even more such a treat when rolled in chai-spiced sugar. Your mom is lucky to have a daughter like you to shower her with delicious food. Hope you enjoy the rest of your time in Florida. xo
They really are such a treat Emily! That chai sugar mixture is wonderful. We’re having so much fun so far. Lots of spoiling in store here!
This is crazy, but I just made popovers on Saturday for a dinner party we had for my BFF’s 84 year old mom who was visiting! Yours look so good with all that cinnamon sugary coating! Those are way better than donuts! Enjoy visiting with your mama!
That’s so funny Rachelle! That chai spice coating is sooo good! Thanks so much! Having lots of fun already!
Love, love, love popovers, especially savory, cheesy ones. This chai influence done is desert perfection! Or breakfast, or heck anytime! You are so kind (and lucky) to go visit and share with your mom. Wish I could. Enjoy your trip Mary Ann and happy Friday.
I love the savory ones too Kevin, but my Mom has turned into a sweets girl, so these worked out perfectly for her. You have a great weekend!
I’ve never made pop-overs before, but the sound of the spices sounds great. I envision this being a great afternoon snack with a cup of tea or coffee. I think I might need to attempt these when I next visit my folks, as my mother in particular would love these.
These are perfect as a treat at breakfast or as an afternoon snack too Matt! Great with nice hot tea or coffee! Have a wonderful weekend!
You know I adore these popovers! Who could resist that sugar-spice topping?! Now if only these would magically appear for breakfast tomorrow morning ;).
Popovers are a favorite of mine too Laura! That chai topping is my favorite!
It’s funny – my grandmother used to hate junk food but when she got into her mid-eighties she would pile in the chips into her basket when we went grocery shopping together. I guess your taste change when you get older.
These popovers sound so comforting and delicious!
My Mom’s tastes have definitely changed Nicole. But I guess when I get into my 80’s I’ll make my own ruled too! She loved the popovers! Right up her alley!
The topping on these popovers sounds so fantastic, Mary Ann! Good for your mom for making her own rules ;-) At 84, she definitely deserves it! My mother-in-law introduced me to popovers and I’ve been hooked ever since! Can’t wait to try this sweet version!
The topping is so delicious Stephanie! If you’ve never tried sweet popovers, this one is definitely worth a try. Chai spices are so warm and comforting to me. I hope you enjoy!
Mmmm. I adore popovers AND chai tea so these are right up my alley. Can’t wait to try them!
You’re going to love these Coley! Such a sweet little treat for breakfast!