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Yorkshire pudding is a classic British side dish that has won hearts worldwide with its crispy edges and soft, fluffy interior. Whether you’re hosting a Sunday roast or just looking for a delicious addition to your meal, this Yorkshire pudding recipe is simple to follow and guarantees impressive results. In this guide, we’ll walk you through every step to ensure your Yorkshire puddings turn out perfectly every time.
Ingredients for Yorkshire Pudding
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons beef drippings or vegetable oil
Instructions
Preparing the Batter
- Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place your muffin tin or pudding tray in the oven while it heats up. This ensures the fat is hot and ready for the batter.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, salt, and pepper until smooth. For best results, let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes. This resting period helps the pudding rise better. Alt Text: Mixing ingredients for Yorkshire pudding batter.
Baking the Yorkshire Pudding
- Prepare the Tin: Carefully remove the hot tin from the oven. Add a small amount of beef drippings or vegetable oil to each compartment. Return the tin to the oven for 5 minutes to heat the oil until it’s sizzling. Alt Text: Hot oil in a muffin tin, ready for Yorkshire pudding batter.
- Pour the Batter: Once the oil is hot, carefully pour the batter into the compartments, filling each about halfway. The key to a good Yorkshire pudding is to not overfill, as the batter needs room to rise. Alt Text: Pouring Yorkshire pudding batter into a hot tin.
- Bake the Puddings: Place the tin back in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the Yorkshire puddings are golden brown and puffed up. Avoid opening the oven door during baking, as this can cause them to deflate. Alt Text: Golden brown Yorkshire puddings fresh out of the oven.
Serving Tips
- Serve Immediately: Yorkshire puddings are best served hot and fresh. They make a perfect accompaniment to roast beef, gravy, and vegetables. Alt Text: Yorkshire pudding served with roast beef and vegetables.
Tips for Perfect Yorkshire Pudding
- Rest the Batter: Allowing the batter to rest helps it to rise better during baking.
- Hot Oil: Make sure the oil is very hot before adding the batter for the best puff.
- Don’t Overcrowd: Leave enough space between the puddings in the tin to allow them to rise.
