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All you need are just 5 ingredients to make this traditional Yorkshire Pudding recipe. Come follow my easy step-by-step guide on how to make Yorkshire Puddings.

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Yorkshire Pudding

My kids love helping me make this Yorkshire Pudding recipe. They practically make the complete recipe themselves (aside from handling the hot pan). What they love most is sitting in front of the oven while watching the puddings quickly take form inside of the hot buttery muffin tins. they sit with anticipation and pick out the ones that they want to eat with their dinner.

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Yorkshire Pudding Questions Answered:

What is Yorkshire Pudding?

It’s a rich and savory dinner bread or roll that is served alongside equally rich meat like a pot roast or prime rib. It’s traditionally made from the pan drippings of meat while the meat cooks.

What do they call Yorkshire Puddings in America?

In America, we sometimes call them popovers. Although, I grew up in New England and we called them Yorkshire Puddings there.

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How to Make Yorkshire Puddings?

  1. In a medium bowl vigorously whisk together the eggs and milk until combined and a hom*ogeneous mixture forms, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Whisk in the flour and salt until combined and no flour pockets remain. Refrigerate the batter for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
  3. Move the oven rack to the middle position and preheat to 425 degrees F. Add 1/2 tablespoon of melted butter or beef drippings to each cup of a 12-cup muffin tin.
  4. Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven for 4 minutes. Then, moving quickly, remove the muffin tin from the oven and fill each muffin cup 3/4 of the way full with batter.
  5. Place the muffin tin back in the 425-degree oven and bake for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the Yorkshire puddings are golden brown in color.
  6. Puncture each pudding with a wooden skewer, and then remove them from the pan and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm.

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Cook’s Note – Yorkshire Pudding Recipe:

  • My favorite way to make this recipe is by using beef pan drippings. The flavor that the drippings give to these savory puddings is beyond delicious. In a pinch, butter can be used as well.
  • These are best served warm and within minutes of them coming out of the oven. They will keep for about 2-3 days after baking them, but you will need to reheat them in the oven before serving.

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Yorkshire Pudding Recipe

Author From my sister-in-law, Beth

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 45 minutes minutes

12 puddings

All you need are just 5 ingredients to make this traditional Yorkshire Pudding recipe. Come follow my easy step-by-step guide on how to make Yorkshire Puddings.

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 6 Tablespoons melted butter or beef drippings

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl vigorously whisk together the eggs and milk until combined and a hom*ogeneous mixture forms, about 1-2 minutes.

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  • Whisk in the flour and salt until combined and no flour pockets remain. Refrigerate the batter for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.

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  • Move the oven rack to the middle position and preheat to 425 degrees F. Add 1/2 tablespoon of melted butter or beef drippings to each cup of a 12-cup muffin tin.

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  • Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven for 4 minutes. Then, moving quickly, remove the muffin tin from the oven and fill each muffin cup 3/4 of the way full with batter.

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  • Place the muffin tin back in the 425-degree oven and bake for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the Yorkshire puddings are golden brown in color.

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  • Puncture each pudding with a wooden skewer, and then remove them from the pan and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1pudding | Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 272mg | Potassium: 72mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 0.9mg

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This Yorkshire Pudding recipe first appeared on FFF on February 18, 2011. I have since updated the pictures, some of the originals are below.

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I’m Jillian, the creator behind Food Folks and Fun. I have over 30 years of experience cooking for others. There’s nothing I love more than cooking for my family. Food is love, and cooking isn’t just putting a meal on a plate: It’s putting a little part of myself into that meal.

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  1. Oh these look so good and seem so easy! My Nana used to make these every Sunday when we all went there for tea. Will have to give these a go

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  2. So cute! I love them. Thanks for linking up!

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  3. Angela, they are so easy!

    Happy Cooking,

    Jillian

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  4. Yummy, yum, yum!!

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  5. This is one of my favorite foods to make! In fact, I think I’ll go cook up a batch as soon as I hit “Post Comment” 🙂

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  6. Beef drippings will give this little cuties so much flavor, completely agree!

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  7. I have never tried making these with pan drippings! I am giving that a try for sure!

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  8. They look fabulous! I’m definitely making these for my family.

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  9. Lovely cute and yummy. Best breakfast idea ever. My kids would enjoy them too.v

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  10. As my first time makeing Yorkshire Pudding I didnt know what to expect.This was so easy and so good. I will make this again and again

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    1. So glad this recipe worked out well for you! Thanks for stopping by!

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  11. I’ve never made Yorkshire Pudding before and this recipe turned out beautifully! Just followed the instructions exactly. Wow!

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  12. I never knew that yorkshire pudding and popovers were the same thing. I love when I learn something new.

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  13. I grew up in New England, as well, but we always called them Popovers! Popovers are a little different from Yorkshire Pudding, as they rise high above the custard cup or there are special pans just for making Popovers. They are really delicious.

    I have had Yorkshire Pudding, though, and my first time was when I was in England and we went to this restaurant, (something on The Strand, but can’t quite remember), which at one time was only open to business men. Some years later, it was opened to women as well. We enjoyed a delicious roast of beef and they served the Yorkshire Pudding right at the table. It was baked in a long, oblong baking pan. It was out of this world. That was an experience that I’ll always remember.

    I’ll try making these little cuties, in the muffin pan, sometime soon. Thank you for sharing!

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    1. Hi Marilyn,

      I love how food can evoke memories; it seems like you had quite the meal while in England!
      I just returned from a trip to London and had Yorkshire Pudding with a “Sunday Roast” at a restaurant right on the Stand overlooking the Thames. I’ve had Yorkshire Pudding baked in a big pan, and as individuals like the recipe below.

      I hope you enjoy this recipe, thanks for stopping by! 🙂

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  14. Hi there, glad to see the Yorkshire pudding is popular in the States!
    If you prefer the puddings to rise more and be a bit crisper (as is tradition) try 4 medium eggs, 200ml milk (about 3/4 cup plus a tablespoon) and 1 cup of flour in the recipe above. Make sure the fat is smoking hot before pouring the mixture into tins, then bake at 450F for 20-25 minutes. Don’t be tempted to open the oven during cooking otherwise the puddings will loose their rise!

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    1. Hi Matt,
      Thanks for the tips!

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  15. These are the BEST! My go to recipe!

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FAQs

What is Yorkshire pudding called in America? ›

History. The popover is an American version of Yorkshire pudding and similar batter puddings made in England since the 17th century, The oldest known reference to popovers dates to 1850. The first cookbook to print a recipe for popovers was in 1876.

Is it better to make Yorkshire pudding mix the day before? ›

You can make the batter up to 24 hours ahead, or use it straight away. If making ahead, cover and chill. Heat oven to 230C/210C fan/gas 8. Pour a little vegetable or sunflower oil into each hole of a muffin tray and heat for at least 10 minutes until hot.

Is Yorkshire pudding mix better thick or thin? ›

The consistency of the batter shouldn't be too thin or too thick. The best way to know whether or not you have the perfect consistency is to dip a spoon into the batter and see if the batter creates a thin layer on the back of the spoon.

What can I use instead of a Yorkshire pudding tray? ›

A good Yorkshire pudding batter will work in any size pan. I did most of my testing in large 6-well popover tins, but the batter works equally well in muffin tins, mini muffin tins, and in a preheated cast iron skillet or casserole dish (these large-format methods being the most traditional).

Why do Brits like Yorkshire pudding? ›

The puddings were originally served as a first course with gravy because meat was expensive, and the dough could better fill you up when smaller portions of meat were all that was on offer.

Can you get Yorkshire puddings in the US? ›

Let's get the cold, hard facts out of the way: the US does not have yorkshire pudding. Grocery stores don't stock Aunt Bessie's between the frozen peas, ice cream and mozzarella sticks. Home goods stores don't carry tins to make yorkshire pudding in alongside cake molds and pie pans.

What is the secret to making Yorkshire puddings rise? ›

There is a secret to every Yorkshire pudding recipe when it comes to getting Yorkshire puddings to rise properly. In fact there are two. The first is to let the batter rest once you've mixed and the second is to heat your tin and beef dripping so it's piping hot when you do pour the batter in.

What is the best oil for Yorkshire puddings? ›

Use a fat that will get hot enough to puff up the yorkies. Olive oil isn't the best choice, but sunflower or vegetable oil reach a higher temperature, which is essential for achieving the maximum reaction when the batter is added.

Why do you let Yorkshire pudding batter rest? ›

Resting the batter really does result in better-risen Yorkshire puddings with an airier texture (rather than chewy). About an hour is sufficient to allow the starch molecules to swell, giving a thicker consistency, and for the gluten to relax.

What are common mistakes with Yorkshire puddings? ›

So here are the most likely culprits of Yorkshire pudding failure and how to adjust your recipe to fix them.
  1. If your Yorkshires are too dense, or too soft, add more water. ...
  2. Mix batter properly to avoid lumps. ...
  3. Unrisen Yorkies can look like discs. ...
  4. Your puddings are heavy and stunted. ...
  5. They start to rise but then collapse.
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Should Yorkshire pudding batter rest in the fridge? ›

4: Pour the batter into a jug, cover and leave to rest in the fridge for at least 4 hours, but ideally overnight if you have time. 5: When ready to cook, pre-heat the oven to 180 C and heat up your pudding trays, adding a little oil or beef dripping into each 'cup' and heat for at least 10 mins.

Can you open the oven door when cooking Yorkshire puddings? ›

For Yorkshire puddings to soar, the temperature must too – so never open the oven door when they are cooking, to keep the oven as hot as possible. If opening the oven door is absolutely essential your Yorkshire puddings won't be ruined, but they just won't rise as much as they should.

Why do Yorkshire puddings go cakey? ›

It is almost always because the oil wasn't hot enough. Yorkshire Puddings rise because the water molecules in the milk turn to steam and as they rise, they force the batter upwards to make the puddings grow.

Can you use cupcake cases for Yorkshire puddings? ›

Yorkshire Puddings

Whisk in the eggs, egg white and milk until you achieve a smooth batter. 2. Heat the oven to 220'C, fan 210'C. Prepare a 12-hole muffin tin – if you have a silicone one then fine, if not try popping silicone muffin cups into each hole.

Why aren t my Yorkshire puddings fluffy? ›

One of the main reasons why Yorkshires don't rise is because the oil isn't hot enough, so make sure it's bubbling and sizzling as you pour your batter in. Make sure you aren't over-filling the tin – fill each hole about a third or halfway up, any more and they may collapse through the weight of batter.

What is another name for Yorkshire pudding? ›

Yorkshire Puddings are a staple in England with a Roast Dinner. Here in the US we know them as Popovers which are the same thing as the modern Yorkshire Pudding, except using a different pan.

What food is similar to Yorkshire pudding? ›

The 18th-century cookery writer Hannah Glasse was the first to use the term "Yorkshire pudding" in print. Yorkshire puddings are similar to Dutch baby pancakes, and to popovers, an American light roll made from an egg batter.

What is the American version of British pudding? ›

American puddings are closer to what the Brits would call "custard." A British pudding is a dish, savory or sweet, that's cooked by being boiled or steamed in something: a dish, a piece of cloth, or even animal intestine.

What is the American equivalent of pudding? ›

In the United States, pudding means a sweet, milk-based dessert similar in consistency to egg-based custards, instant custards or a mousse, often commercially set using cornstarch, gelatin or similar coagulating agent such as Jell-O.

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