Easy Yorkshire Pudding Recipe
Introduction
Yorkshire pudding is a classic British side dish known for its puffed, golden exterior and soft, airy interior. This easy recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and yields a perfect accompaniment for roast dinners or gravy. Impress your family and friends with homemade Yorkshire pudding that’s light and crispy every time.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- ¼ cup butter (or beef drippings, bacon fat, or a combination of butter and oil)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, and salt until smooth. Let the batter rest for 20 minutes.
- Step 2: Remove all oven racks except for the lowest one. Pour the butter or chosen fat into a 10-inch skillet or evenly distribute it among a 12-cup muffin pan.
- Step 3: Place the skillet or muffin pan in the oven and heat for 5 minutes until the fat is very hot and sizzling.
- Step 4: Carefully remove the pan from the oven and whisk the batter briefly again. Pour the batter into the hot skillet or muffin cups.
- Step 5: Bake for 25 minutes without opening the oven door, until the puddings have puffed up and turned golden brown. Serve immediately while hot and crisp.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, try using beef drippings or bacon fat instead of butter.
- Ensure the fat is very hot before adding the batter to achieve maximum puff.
- Resting the batter helps the flour absorb liquid fully, resulting in a lighter pudding.
- Serve with gravy or alongside roasted meats for an authentic British meal.
Storage
Yorkshire pudding is best eaten fresh and hot, as it will lose its crispiness once cooled. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, place puddings on a baking sheet in a 350-degree Fahrenheit oven for about 5–7 minutes to restore some crispness.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make Yorkshire pudding in advance?
While you can prepare the batter ahead, it’s best to bake Yorkshire puddings fresh right before serving to retain their puff and crisp texture.
What causes Yorkshire pudding to not rise properly?
The most common reasons are a pan or fat that isn’t hot enough, opening the oven door during baking, or batter that hasn’t rested enough. Make sure to preheat thoroughly and avoid opening the oven early.
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Easy Yorkshire Pudding Recipe
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8–12 Yorkshire puddings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This Easy Yorkshire Pudding recipe delivers light and airy puddings with a crisp golden exterior and soft interior. Made from simple pantry staples like flour, eggs, milk, and a touch of fat, these classic British treats are perfect alongside roast dinners or enjoyed on their own with gravy.
Ingredients
Batter Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
Cooking Fat
- ¼ cup butter (or beef drippings, bacon fat, or a combination of butter and oil)
Instructions
- Whisk Batter: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 cup whole milk, 3 large eggs, and 1 ½ teaspoons of salt. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. Set aside to rest for 20 minutes to allow the batter to develop.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Fat: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Remove all racks from the oven except the lowest one. Pour ¼ cup of butter or your chosen fat into a 10-inch skillet or evenly divide it among a 12-cup muffin tin. Place the skillet or muffin pan into the preheated oven.
- Heat Fat in Oven: Bake the fat in the oven for 5 minutes, allowing the butter or drippings to melt completely and heat until shimmering. This step ensures the Yorkshire puddings will puff up properly.
- Whisk Batter Again and Pour: Carefully remove the hot skillet or muffin pan from the oven. Whisk the batter again briefly to reincorporate any settled ingredients. Immediately pour all the batter into the hot skillet or distribute evenly into the muffin cups.
- Bake Yorkshire Pudding: Return the skillet or muffin pan to the oven and bake for 25 minutes, without opening the oven door, until the puddings have puffed up significantly and turned a deep golden brown.
- Serve: Serve the Yorkshire puddings hot and immediately to retain their puffed texture and crisp edges. They pair wonderfully with roast beef, gravy, or any hearty meal.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure the fat is very hot before adding the batter.
- Do not open the oven door while baking as this may cause the puddings to deflate.
- Resting the batter allows the gluten to relax and produces lighter puddings.
- You can substitute whole milk with buttermilk for a slightly tangy flavor.
- Use beef drippings or bacon fat to impart a rich, savory flavor typical of traditional Yorkshire puddings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: Yorkshire pudding, British side dish, easy Yorkshire pudding recipe, roast dinner side, classic Yorkshire pudding, baking Yorkshire pudding
