Description
Enjoy the light and airy texture of Yorkshire Puddings, a traditional British side dish perfect for soaking up gravy. Made from a simple batter of flour, eggs, and milk, these golden-brown delights are best served fresh from the oven alongside roast beef.
Ingredients
Scale
- 140g plain flour
- 4 large eggs
- 200ml whole milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp mustard powder (optional)
- Sunflower oil or beef dripping (for cooking)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, sift the plain flour and salt together. If using mustard powder, add it to the flour mixture.
- Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and crack in the eggs. Using a whisk, beat the eggs gently, gradually incorporating the flour from the edges of the well.
- Once combined, slowly pour in the milk while continuing to whisk until the batter is smooth and has a consistency similar to double cream.
- Cover the bowl with cling film or a clean kitchen towel and let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F) or 200°C (392°F) for fan ovens.
- Add about 1 teaspoon of sunflower oil or a small piece of beef dripping into each cup of a 12-cup muffin tin or a large roasting tray.
- Once the oven is hot, carefully place the tray in the oven for about 10 minutes, or until the oil is smoking hot.
- After the batter has rested and the oil is hot, carefully remove the tray from the oven.
- Pour the rested batter into each cup, filling them about halfway.
- Immediately return the tray to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes without opening the oven door.
- Once golden brown and puffed up, remove from the oven. If not fully risen, leave them in for an additional 5 minutes.
- Carefully lift the Yorkshire puddings out of the tray using a fork or tongs.
- Serve immediately while warm and crispy, traditionally with roast beef and gravy.
- Leftover batter can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours; whisk before using again.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better rise.
- Avoid opening the oven door while baking to prevent deflation.
- Experiment with different fats for cooking to find your preferred flavor.
- For larger puddings, use a larger roasting tin and adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Add herbs or spices to the batter for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes