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Easy Yorkshire Pudding Recipe

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  • Prep 45 min
  • Total 45 min
  • Servings 8
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Come discover the joys of the holidays encapsulated in a dish - that's the magic of Betty Crocker’s Yorkshire pudding recipe. Not only is this classic British dish an ideal comfort food, but it's also an absolute treat for the season, making your holiday feast unforgettable.

Our Yorkshire pudding is great for holiday gatherings, especially if you're looking for a bread dish that carries a majestic flair. This light, fluffy bread boasts a unique sunken top that sets the stage for tasty additions. Be it a dollop of creamy butter, jam, or delectable gravy, this pudding will amplify your holiday meals in the best possible ways.

While Yorkshire pudding may appear complex to prepare, our easy recipe makes it a cakewalk. Simply the best mix of flavor and ease, it's designed for those who prefer hassle-free cooking. Plus, its sophistication makes it seem like you've taken extra effort – even when it's just a few simple steps.

Need more ideas for holiday dishes that just might steal the show? Peruse our collection of Thanksgiving sides and Christmas sides for plenty of time- and kitchen-tested ideas.

By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Updated Jul 24, 2024
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What is Yorkshire Pudding?

Wondering “what is Yorkshire pudding?” You’ve come to the right place.

This British staple has been gracing dining tables for centuries, and we're here to tell you all about it – and how you can make it at home using this simple Yorkshire pudding recipe.

Traditional Yorkshire pudding adds a basic batter to roast beef drippings in popover pans, which are similar to muffin pans, but shaped slightly differently to help the batter rise sky-high. But the best Yorkshire pudding recipe should be an easy way to use up those delicious holiday pan drippings.

Our simple recipe is an easy, shortcut version that doesn’t require a special popover pan. Instead, this easy Yorkshire pudding recipe comes together in a square pan that you probably already own!

How to Make Yorkshire Pudding

In England, roast beef wouldn't be the same without Yorkshire pudding! This cross between a popover and a souffle is traditionally baked with drippings from the beef. Detailed step-by-step directions can be found in the recipe below, but here are the broad strokes for how to make Yorkshire pudding:

Coat the Pan with Beef Drippings

Roast beef drippings are classic, but not necessary. Melted butter can be substituted for the beef drippings.

Make the Batter

Beating eggs, flour, salt, and milk until just blended helps to achieve the perfect texture once the pudding is baked.

Pour Batter in Pan and Bake

Pour the batter into the center of the pan. It’s okay if some of the drippings come up and over the batter on the sides of the pan. A perfectly-baked pudding should be puffy and golden-brown, with edges that pull away from the sides of the pan.

Serve Yorkshire Pudding as a Side

Mix up your Yorkshire pudding ingredients for fun riffs on the classic, or top with a variety of traditional accoutrements!

Fats: Experiment with different fats in place of the roast beef drippings, such as melted butter or bacon drippings.

Toppings: Try topping your puddings with hearty roast beef or turkey with and warm, savory gravy. Sautéed mushrooms are another rich and tasty topping, especially when sprinkled with a bit of shredded cheese. Diced brown sugar-glazed ham or sausage is also delicious on top of the puddings. And roasted vegetables and gravy make excellent additions to a lovely Yorkshire pudding. Lastly, stews and thick soups like chili can be used for more of a bread bowl feel.

Whatever you choose, you’ll love tucking into this simple holiday Yorkshire pudding recipe. For more holiday recipe inspiration, browse our collection of Thanksgiving recipes and Christmas recipes.

Or, thinking of using your puddings in a breakfast bar? For fun and fresh Yorkshire pudding breakfast ideas, keep reading below.

Yorkshire Puddings as Breakfast

Is a Yorkshire pudding breakfast in your holiday plans? We think that’s a fabulous idea. Save the drippings from your holiday roast and measure out all the other ingredients the night before so everything will be prepped and ready for Christmas morning or any morning!

Serve your breakfast puddings with one or more of the following:

Bacon and Fried Eggs: A jammy yolk from a soft-boiled egg, can feel like a sauce on its own, or for a luxe bacon and eggs pudding experience, top with Hollandaise sauce and snipped chives.

Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese: This bagel-themed topping is luxurious, yet light, taking your Yorkshire pudding recipe to another level.

Sweet Cinnamon Apples: Who said Yorkshire puddings are just for savory toppings? Sweet cinnamon apples give a delightful twist, perfect for a dessert or decadent breakfast feel.

And don’t forget the simple stuff, like whipped butter, strawberry or raspberry jam, and orange marmalade.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup roast beef drippings*
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk

Steps

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    1
    Heat oven to 425°F. Pour beef drippings into ungreased 9-inch square pan; tilt pan to coat bottom and sides. Place pan in oven to heat about 2 minutes.
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    2
    In small bowl, beat eggs slightly. Add flour, salt and milk; beat just until blended. DO NOT OVERBEAT.
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    3
    Pour batter into hot pan.
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    4
    Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F; bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Serve immediately.

Tips from the Betty Crocker Kitchens

  • tip 1
    When pouring batter into the drippings in the hot pan, work quickly but carefully. You don’t want to allow too much heat to escape from the oven, but you also don’t want to pour too quickly causing the hot fat to splatter.
  • tip 2
    Reducing the oven temperature halfway through cooking allows the center of the pudding to finish cooking without burning the edges. Set a timer to ensure you don’t skip this step.
  • tip 3
    This big Yorkshire pudding can be cut however you’d like. For eight servings, cut in half twice to make four squares, then cut each square diagonally.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Secret to Making Yorkshire Pudding Rise?

Are you worried that your Yorkshire pudding won’t rise? Don’t believe all the horror stories you may have heard – this simple recipe is hard to mess up.

For Fool-Proof Puddings, Make Sure to Measure: Fat, eggs, flour, salt, and milk are all key elements in a classic Yorkshire pudding recipe, but even more important is knowing how to measure accurately. Too little or too much of any of these can affect flavor and texture, so measuring accurately can make or break a recipe. “Eyeballing” amounts of ingredients works fine with some savory dishes, but for baking, don’t waste time and ingredients making a recipe that’s … almost delicious!

Hot Pan and Hot Drippings: Pouring the batter into hot drippings in a hot pan helps the sides of the puddings start cooking quickly, developing a crispy outside and softer interior.

So don’t worry about opening the oven door for a couple of seconds or resting the batter overnight. Just measure accurately and make sure the pan and drippings are hot. Then enjoy the delicious results!

Why is it Called Yorkshire Pudding?

Hailing from Yorkshire in the north of England in the 18th century, Yorkshire pudding was originally called a “dripping pudding” since it used the drippings from roasted meat as its fat component. Since ovens tended to be hotter in northern England, the puddings were crispier on the outside than similar dripping puddings in different parts of the country. This unique attribute meant these delightfully crispy vehicles for gravy-laden meats needed a special name, and that’s how the beloved Yorkshire pudding was born!

While of course, you can make Yorkshire pudding whenever you want, but you should make it on its special day! In England, National Yorkshire Pudding Day is celebrated on the first Sunday in February. In the U.S., pencil in a pudding date for October 13th.

Is Yorkshire Pudding Savory or Sweet?

While Yorkshire pudding is traditionally a savory bread, meant to sop up the gravy and pan drippings that accompany a large piece of roasted beef, lamb, pork, or poultry, this dish is also completely comfortable skirting the line between sweet and savory.

For a sweet take on Yorkshire pudding, top with jams, roasted or sautéed fruits, or just a dollop of whipped cream. Don’t forget a drizzle of syrup or dusting with powdered sugar for a finishing touch of sweetness for your Yorkshire pudding.

For an easier transition from savory to sweet pudding, opt for sweet cream butter instead of the deep umami flavors of the beef drippings.

Nutrition

110 Calories, 4g Total Fat, 5g Protein, 14g Total Carbohydrate, 2g Sugars

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories
110
Calories from Fat
35
Total Fat
4g
6%
Saturated Fat
2g
10%
Cholesterol
60mg
20%
Sodium
180mg
8%
Total Carbohydrate
14g
5%
Dietary Fiber
0g
0%
Sugars
2g
Protein
5g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
2%
2%
Vitamin C
0%
0%
Calcium
4%
4%
Iron
6%
6%
Exchanges:
1 Starch; 1 Other Carbohydrate; 1/2 Fat;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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