Popovers with Eggs and Cheese
Popovers with Eggs and Cheese is a savory, airy baked dish made from a light egg-based batter, typically filled or topped with scrambled or fried eggs and melted cheese. Originating in the United States, it's a popular breakfast or brunch item that combines the light, hollow texture of popovers with rich, hearty fillings.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat from the eggs and cheese, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the popover batter. A typical serving provides key nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, and B vitamins, and ranges from 300 to 450 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 520 mg |
| Calcium | 280 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Selenium | 18 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg |
| Choline | 95 mg |
| Potassium | 210 mg |
Per 1 medium popover with eggs and cheese (approx. 180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The popover's unique hollow interior is created by steam during baking, a technique similar to British Yorkshire pudding. Nutritionally, it offers a good balance of protein for satiety and fats for flavor, making it a satisfying meal.
