Description
Cavacas, the delightful Portuguese popovers, are light, airy pastries that make any occasion special. With a crispy golden crust and a fluffy interior, these treats are perfect for brunch or as a sweet snack. Their subtle sweetness and versatility allow them to shine on their own or pair beautifully with jams and dips. Easy to make, Cavacas will have your family and friends coming back for seconds—and asking for the recipe!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
- 3 large eggs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Grease a muffin tin with nonstick spray or melted butter.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, and salt until smooth. Gradually add flour while stirring gently.
- Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg